{"id":138881,"date":"2022-03-23T12:46:25","date_gmt":"2022-03-23T11:46:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vuelio.com\/uk\/?p=138881"},"modified":"2022-03-23T12:46:52","modified_gmt":"2022-03-23T11:46:52","slug":"prca-relaunches-its-lgbtq-network","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vuelio.com\/uk\/blog\/prca-relaunches-its-lgbtq-network\/","title":{"rendered":"PRCA relaunches its LGBTQ+ Network"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has relaunched its LGBTQ+ Network with a focus on supporting the PR and comms industry to \u2018show up\u2019 for the LGBTQ+ community<\/a>. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Originally launched two and a half years ago in partnership with YouGov, the PRCA\u2019s LGBTQ+ group has held events, conducted cross-industry research into how sexual identity can impact work and highlighted LGBTQ+ role models in PR and comms. The group\u2019s relaunch as a network includes the introduction of volunteers to boost positive impact across the industry when it comes to inclusivity.<\/p>\n

Plans for the network include the sharing of resources and learning materials for reference, accessible events, commentary and discussion of important LGBTQ+ matters and new Role Models blogs.<\/p>\n

The LGBTQ+ Network is led by Hill+Knowlton Strategies senior associate director Emma Franklin-Wright and Good Vibes Only Talent founder Katie Traxton.<\/p>\n

PRCA LGBTQ+ Network Co-Chair Emma Franklin-Wright said:<\/p>\n

\u2018As communications professionals we can have so much influence on the public narratives around LGBTQ+ people. At a time when we are increasingly under attack from the media it is so important for us to give as many people in our industry as possible the tools to create positive representation in our work, and to give agency leaders the resources to create inclusive workplaces. Having a refreshed network to deliver on those goals is vital and having so many new volunteers coming together to deliver this important work is truly energising.\u2019<\/p>\n

PRCA LGBTQ+ Network Co-Chair Katie Traxton added:<\/p>\n

\u2018Having the backing of the PRCA to relaunch the group means a lot. Over the last two and half years, we\u2019ve learnt about the ongoing challenges of equality, opportunity and representation that the LGBTQ+ community still face both in workplaces and the work we do. Now it\u2019s time for us to invest our energy in catalysing real change. We know that progress is likely to be gradual, but we have a great group of people working with us and we want PRCA members to get involved, share their thoughts, and ultimately join us on our mission. The more of us who work together, both members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies, the more impact we will make.\u2019<\/p>\n

Committee members for the PRCA LGBTQ+ Network are:<\/p>\n

Gian Marco Candolo (Senior Account Executive, Cicero)
\nNina Eadie (Head of Lifestyle PR, Keko London)
\nStephanie Ensten (Partner Manager, Mercedes EQ Formula E Team)
\nSinead McGeever (Account Director, FleishmanHillard)
\nWill Richardson (Associate Director, TEAM LEWIS)
\nLex Rosenthal (Account Manager, TALA)
\nMichela Siuni (Marketing and Communications Manager, I.G. Advisors)
\nMyles Storey (Campaigns Manager \u2013 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability, O2)
\nJonathan Sullivan (Account Executive, Brazil)
\nJames Treacy (Senior PR and Communications Manager, Abercrombie & Kent)
\nJosh Wheeler (Broadcast PR Specialist)<\/p>\n

For more information on the network and how to get in touch, check out the PRCA website<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Check out our previous accessmatters sessions on inclusion in the media, PR and comms industries with Proud FT’s Cassius Naylor<\/a>, the Social Mobility Foundation’s Sarah Atkinson<\/a> and The Unmistakable’s Asad Dhunna<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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