I sit on the CIPR (Chartered Institute of Public Relation’s) Diversity Group and act as it’s media spokesperson.
The Group was set up to look at diversity in our profession with a particular focus on promoting the business case for having a more diverse workforce which reflects our vibrant society and encouraging a more diverse community to enter the profession.
In particular we are focussing on how we encourage more people who have disabilities and who are from BME communities to train for and enter our profession. We are also looking at women and the ‘glass ceiling’ and why women (particularly those who have children) are finding it difficult to get to the top.
For more information http://www.cipr.co.uk/content/pr-resources/diversity-strategy
If you work in PR and would like to get into the profession join our Facebook Group at http://www.facebook.com/CIPR.DIVERSITY
Ethicalprgirl's Blog 
May 30, 2012 at 10:30 am
Fantastic work. The industry needs to re-think it’s whole image, especially in terms of diversity. It seems quite ironic really, but we’re making a start, let’s continue with more implementations and action.
June 5, 2012 at 12:12 am
Thanks Iola and glad to see you have joined the CIPR’s Diversity Facebook. Helen