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IABC is special for its international reach, but also for the inherent diversity found in its multinational membership. Our professional voices are strengthened through a global organisation that allows us to connect, exchange, and learn.
But what about those fighting to be heard? What about those not formally trained in the art of shaping a better world through communications?
While I believe we have a duty as communicators to help bring those voices to light, I also think there are some amazing people cutting through the noise already. These are people who have stood up to be heard—bringing their voices (and the voices of the historically marginalised communities they represent) to the fore with a strength and clarity that would make any professional communicator proud.
We have a lot we can learn from these beacons of inclusion and equality, and that’s why IABC Wellington will be hosting a panel discussion, hosted by Arrun Soma (previously from OneNews and Seven Sharp). Hear from Sue McLean, a vocal champion of women in the technology and energy industries; Alexander Kachfi, who has helped bring the Wellington drag community to national attention as producer and performer Kelly Fornia; from Melbourne, Lauren Wilkerson, chair of the Pride committee for global financial services company Mercer; and more to come!.
The event will take place from 5:30pm 22 August, with the Wellington CBD venue to be confirmed. Tickets will be available from next week.
In keeping with the spirit of inclusion, the IABC Wellington board is encouraging members of other professional groups to come along to our events, even if an individual isn’t a member of IABC International. We know we aren’t the only organisation in town and we think it’s important to support other groups doing great things. After all, we are a tiny country at the bottom of the world, so it’s important that we support one another— for the benefit of members, communities, and the profession.
If you’re a member of PRINZ or the New Zealand Social Marketing Network you’ll now be able to get discounted tickets to any IABC Wellington event, including professional development courses. (Just use the code “PRINZ” or “NZSMN” when booking tickets.)
Opening our doors comes at a cost and it’s important to note the role our sponsors play in making this possible. Frankly, without Momentum, Isentia, Jackson/Stone, and Capiche, we wouldn’t have the ability to provide a forum for the wider communications community to come together.
We’ll continue working to include other groups that fall under the “Communications” (big C) umbrella in the months ahead, because we believe there’s strength to be found in a widely inclusive community of professional communicators.
Let’s come together to exchange ideas— celebrating our diversity while working to build a better world through communications.
Chris
But what about those fighting to be heard? What about those not formally trained in the art of shaping a better world through communications?
While I believe we have a duty as communicators to help bring those voices to light, I also think there are some amazing people cutting through the noise already. These are people who have stood up to be heard—bringing their voices (and the voices of the historically marginalised communities they represent) to the fore with a strength and clarity that would make any professional communicator proud.
We have a lot we can learn from these beacons of inclusion and equality, and that’s why IABC Wellington will be hosting a panel discussion, hosted by Arrun Soma (previously from OneNews and Seven Sharp). Hear from Sue McLean, a vocal champion of women in the technology and energy industries; Alexander Kachfi, who has helped bring the Wellington drag community to national attention as producer and performer Kelly Fornia; from Melbourne, Lauren Wilkerson, chair of the Pride committee for global financial services company Mercer; and more to come!.
The event will take place from 5:30pm 22 August, with the Wellington CBD venue to be confirmed. Tickets will be available from next week.
In keeping with the spirit of inclusion, the IABC Wellington board is encouraging members of other professional groups to come along to our events, even if an individual isn’t a member of IABC International. We know we aren’t the only organisation in town and we think it’s important to support other groups doing great things. After all, we are a tiny country at the bottom of the world, so it’s important that we support one another— for the benefit of members, communities, and the profession.
If you’re a member of PRINZ or the New Zealand Social Marketing Network you’ll now be able to get discounted tickets to any IABC Wellington event, including professional development courses. (Just use the code “PRINZ” or “NZSMN” when booking tickets.)
Opening our doors comes at a cost and it’s important to note the role our sponsors play in making this possible. Frankly, without Momentum, Isentia, Jackson/Stone, and Capiche, we wouldn’t have the ability to provide a forum for the wider communications community to come together.
We’ll continue working to include other groups that fall under the “Communications” (big C) umbrella in the months ahead, because we believe there’s strength to be found in a widely inclusive community of professional communicators.
Let’s come together to exchange ideas— celebrating our diversity while working to build a better world through communications.
Chris