Why Join
There are many benefits to joining PRSA. Consider the following when making your decision:

Networking

• Networking with peers
• Mentorship with experienced PR professionals
• International convention

Publications

• Two national publications, Public Relations Tactics and The Strategist, provide timely, practical tips and perspectives
• The chapter’s HOTLINE newsletter keeps you posted on what’s happening, who is working where and how-to's from local public relations professionals
• A directory of PRSA members nationwide and a local chapter directory
• Borrowing privileges at the chapter’s PR library, housed at the Library of Gerontology, St. John’s Home

Meetings, Lunch Programs, Workshops and Conference

• Monthly programs with topics important to the Rochester public relations practitioner
• Frequent brown-bag lunch programs for in-depth programs and informal group dialogue
• Workshops
• One-day Northeast District conference hosted every two years. Visit the conference page for details of upcoming events.

Professional Development

• Accreditation and study programs
• Free use of the chapter’s employment referral service—members receive information about job openings that may not be listed elsewhere
• Professional development seminars offered by PRSA nationally, regionally and by the Rochester chapter
• Student programs and scholarships

Awards

• Peer recognition and honors through the chapter’s annual PRism Awards and the national PRSA Silver and Bronze Anvil Awards
• Community service programs and recognition--The Power of Two
  

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