Building a Better Workplace for Black Employees

Feb 22, 2022 04:44 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) This webinar will feature a select panel of experts who will share their experiences as Black and African American PR pros. They will also focus on the current challenges organizations face in recruiting and retaining Black PR talent, and rising opportunities for BIPOC members to make their voices heard. You’ll learn about their professional journeys as well as some of the challenges they’ve faced and victories they’ve celebrated along the way. Most importantly, you will hear how you can be an ally, and continue to grow and progress in your own Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) efforts. At the end of this webinar, you will gain: A basic knowledge of historical facts about notable Black PR professionals. Examples of transformative strategies and tactics to apply to your work, organization and teams. Ideas on how to drive advocacy for Black PR pros in the workplace. The Diverse Dialogues panel discussion is hosted by the PRSA National D&I Committee and the PRSA Black Voices Affinity Group. Speakers: Sheryl Battles, Vice President, Global Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement, Pitney Bowes Daphne Dickerson, Group Director, Strategic Communications, Coca-Cola Victor R. Scott II, Vice President and Chief Communications Officer, Pharmaceutical Segment, Cardinal Health LaTricia Harper Woods, APR, Owner, Mahogany Xan Communications LLC Moderator: Netta Conyers-Haynes, VP Communications, Sequoia Consulting Group