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Health & Wellbeing Month – January
This month explores strategies for creating healthier workplaces and supporting professionals' wellbeing prioritizing mental health, resilience, and work-life balance.
Responsible Communication: Ethics First Month – February
In a world of misinformation, ethics must lead. This month champions transparency, accountability, and integrity in all communication practices.
Education, Training & Development Month – April
through innovative programs. Empower your career through continuous learning.
Technology, Trends and Communication Transformation Month – May
Explore how AI, digital platforms, and emerging tech are reshaping our field.This month is dedicated to innovation, future-focused strategies, and digital transformation in communication.
Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Month – June
DEI is not a trend—it’s a commitment. This month amplifies diverse voices and promotes inclusive practices in global communication.
World Public Relations & Communication Month – September
Celebrate the global impact of our profession. September is a time to recognize milestones, connect across borders, and elevate the value of PR and communication.
Students & Young Practitioners Month – October
The future of our profession is here. This month spotlights emerging talent, offering mentorship, guidance, and inspiration for students and young professionals.
Best of Education, Training & Development Month – December
We close the year by reflecting on key learning moments. December showcases standout programs and achievements in education and professional development.
Advocacy for Ethical Al Implementation
The World Public Relations Forum (WPRF) 2026 will take place in Abuja, Nigeria, between 15 to 21 November 2026 hosted by the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). This remarkable achievement highlights NIPR’s dedication to excellence in public relations and its growing influence on the global stage.
“Securing the privilege to host WPRF 2026 is a testament to Nigeria’s expanding role in international PR and communication. It reflects the professionalism, leadership, and commitment of NIPR in advancing public relations practices across Africa and beyond,” said Prof. Justin Green, President and CEO of the Global Alliance.
The WPRF 2026 will serve as a global platform to showcase Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage, thriving communication industry, and innovative approaches to public relations. The forum is expected to foster knowledge-sharing, professional collaboration, and meaningful dialogue on the future of PR and communication worldwide.
“The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), working with the support of leading Public Relations stakeholders in Africa, is determined to host the best, biggest, and brightest World Pubilc Relations Forum, ever held. We are not joking, we mean every word, and we will do it. We have the capacity, we have the competence, and we have the character to get it done, in record time too”, said Dr. Ike Neliaku, President of NIPR.
Stay tuned for more details, programme and registration.
WORLD PUBLIC RELATIONS FORUM
The World Public Relations Forum (WPRF) 2026 will take place in Abuja, Nigeria, between 15 to 21 November 2026 hosted by the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). This remarkable achievement highlights NIPR’s dedication to excellence in public relations and its growing influence on the global stage.
“Securing the privilege to host WPRF 2026 is a testament to Nigeria’s expanding role in international PR and communication. It reflects the professionalism, leadership, and commitment of NIPR in advancing public relations practices across Africa and beyond,” said Prof. Justin Green, President and CEO of the Global Alliance.
The WPRF 2026 will serve as a global platform to showcase Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage, thriving communication industry, and innovative approaches to public relations. The forum is expected to foster knowledge-sharing, professional collaboration, and meaningful dialogue on the future of PR and communication worldwide.
“The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), working with the support of leading Public Relations stakeholders in Africa, is determined to host the best, biggest, and brightest World Pubilc Relations Forum, ever held. We are not joking, we mean every word, and we will do it. We have the capacity, we have the competence, and we have the character to get it done, in record time too”, said Dr. Ike Neliaku, President of NIPR.
Stay tuned for more details, programme and registration.
The World Public Relations Forum has been held:
1st World Public Relations Forum, Rome, Italy, 2001
2nd World Public Relations Forum, Trieste, Italy, 2005
3rd World Public Relations Forum, Brasilia, Brazil, 2006
4th World Public Relations Forum, Cape Town, South Africa, 2007
5th World Public Relations Forum, London, United Kingdom, 2008
6th World Public Relations Forum, Stockholm, Sweden, 2010
7th World Public Relations Forum, Melbourne, Australia 2012
8th World Public Relations Forum, Madrid, Spain, 2014
9th World Public Relations Forum, Toronto, Canada, 2016
10th World Public Relations Forum – Oslo, Norway, 2018
11th World Public Relations Forum – Chennai, India, 2023
12th World Public Relations Forum – Bali, Indonesia, 2024