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APR Month 2026 is here! With new learning tools and expanded access to APR leaders, PRSA is making the path more structured and achievable. “APR Month is about removing barriers.” — PRSA CEO Matthew Marcial #APRMonth2026 #APR #PRSA

Spring into new relationships at our April Coffee Meet Up in Rockville 🌸 This is a relaxed opportunity to network with other PRSA members in the DMV. Students can also attend for free. Register today to let us know you're coming: prsancc.org/events/april-p…

What a treat! Our members spent their morning on March 19 at the @smithsonian National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute with giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao! They also learned how the PR team introduced them to the world! What a pan-tas-tic experience had by all!

Our 16th Annual Issues of the Day for Associations & Nonprofits returns April 9 from 8-10 AM at the World Wildlife Fund HQ. The event is open to communicators at every level, and light breakfast is included. Register today: prsancc.org/events/16th-an…

Registration is OPEN for PRSA NCC’s Jump Start to Accreditation online series! If you are seeking your APR or APR+M, or just interested in an accreditation in PR, this 4-week deep dive is designed to demystify the process and prepare you for success. prsancc.org/events/spring-…

We’re proud to spotlight one of our Gold Sponsors, @CURAStrategies—an award-winning health care communications agency that’s growing fast and hiring now! Open roles include Account Supervisor, Media Relations & VP of Public Affairs. 🔗curastrategies.com/careers/

This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the women leading change and shaping a more sustainable future in the DMV. You can be join us in celebrating women in PR by joining us for PRSA's Diverse Dialogues, "She Built It." prsa.org/professional-d…

Start your morning by watching the giant pandas eat and play in their outdoor habitats. Immediately following this, hear about the PR campaign from the @NationalZoo that heralded the arrival and public debut of giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao: #tkt-slctr-tbl-41692" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">prsancc.org/events/spend-a…

If you’re navigating how to use AI responsibly, join us for our upcoming virtual session, Navigating the New Frontier: PRSA’s Updated AI Ethics Guidelines for PR Pros. Register today: prsancc.org/events/navigat…

As communicators, we know that words matter. Black History Month is a time to honor the achievements and lasting contributions of Black professionals, storytellers, and changemakers — including those shaping the communications and public relations field every day.

We're still basking in the fun of last month's ONE Party! 🌞 Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Royal Sands Social Club to shake off the winter blues and connect with fellow marketers, PR pros, and communicators in the DMV.

If you haven't heard yet, we're having ONE big party to kick off 2026! Join AMADC, AAF DC, IABC DC Metro, WWPR, and PRSA NCC for a night of connecting with colleagues from across the profession. Reserve your spot today: prsancc.org/events/the-one…

Congratulations to Sheila Dean Brooks, Ph.D. and Shonali Burke, our 2025 Hall of Fame inductees! This prestigious award recognizes extraordinary leadership and a lifelong dedication to the communications community in Washington D.C. Help us celebrate: web.cvent.com/event/48b4b4e1…

Deck the halls and join us at our annual Holiday Party & Hall of Fame Reception on Dec 18 from 6-9PM. Tickets sell out fast, so get yours today (discounted rates for students and retired members; special promotion for those experiencing job loss): web.cvent.com/event/48b4b4e1…

CALLING ALL NOVA MEMBERS: Our final coffee meet up of the year is on Tuesday, December 9 at Tatte Bakery & Cafe in Reston. There's no better way to beat the cold than with a hot beverage and networking with your fellow PRSA members. Sign up for free today: prsancc.org/events/fall-pr…

Good news: We're excited to announce our 2026 Board of Directors! This group of leaders brings together strategists, educators, agency leaders, nonprofit communicators, and public affairs experts from across the DMV. Read the full the announcement here: prsancc.org/prsa-national-…

We can't stop thinking about #PRSAICON! It was an honor to welcome students and PR professionals to Washington D.C. for a week of learning and connecting. A huge shout out to our chapter president Crystal Borde and all the volunteers who helped execute an epic conference.

As part of PRSA's partnership with American Cancer Society, 10% of new member dues in October will go toward life-saving breast cancer research, patient support, and advocacy. Already a member? Find out how you can get involved: prsa.org/pinktober?utm_…

We're so excited that #PRSAICON2025 is coming to our home town! This is the ideal opportunity to connect with peers, explore emerging trends, & hear from industry leaders to meet the changing communications landscape. Learn more & register: prsa.org/conferences-an…

Time is running out to submit nominations for our Hall of Fame -- a way to honor experts who have left a mark on the PR community in the D.C. region. Read more about the qualifications and then complete the form by October 24: lnkd.in/e56vJpRP