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Founded in 1938, FPRA is one of the nation's oldest societies of public
relations professionals. Today, nearly 1,500 men and women unite in the common
cause of enhancing and promoting the public relations profession.
FPRA provides a variety of services, benefits and opportunities. It is
dedicated to programs and activities which enhance the success of the public
relations professional. The association functions on two levels-services and
programs dedicated toward improving the professional competence of the
individual public relations person and programs which benefit the entire
profession.
Membership in FPRA is a sound professional investment. The association offers
many programs and services, including ...
- Three ongoing publications:
INFOfax is a bimonthly publication of FPRA, featuring information presented in
a short, quick-read format. INFOfax is broadcast faxed to all FPRA members and
mailed to members who do not have fax capability.
FPRA White Paper is a bi-monthly publication that features timely case studies
and professional development articles.
FPRA's Annual Membership Directory is an invaluable networking resource.
- Continuing Education. FPRA sponsors
continuing education programs affording members the opportunity to develop
their professionalism to the highest degree.
- Professional Accreditation and Certification.
These programs are designed to offer FPRA members the
opportunity to achieve the internationally recognized ranks of Accredited
Public Relations (APR) and Certified Public Relations
Counselor (CPRC).
- Monthly Meetings. Local chapters meet monthly
to hear timely speakers, exchange career experiences and conduct general
business.
- Annual Conference. The conference offers
members the opportunity to stay in touch with professionals from throughout
the nation, stay current on activities and events which have an effect on
the profession and to enjoy the fellowship of other professionals.
- Awards Programs. FPRA's Golden Image Awards
program is conducted once annually and recognizes outstanding public
relations actvities in Florida.
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