An Interfaith Association of Religion Communicators since 1929
Religion Communicators Council
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The Religion Communicators Council (RCC), founded in 1929, is an association of communications professionals who work for and with a diverse group of faith-based organizations in the areas of communications, public relations, advertising
The RCC provides opportunities for communicators to learn from each other. Together, RCC members promote excellence in the communication of faith and values in the public arena and encourage understanding among religious and faith groups.
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During our August 6, 2020 professional development webinar, RCC member Ryan Koch reviewed what advance planning you can put in place to prepare for crises; how to define direction and responsibilities with senior leaders; and how to craft concise talking points for internal and external audiences.
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The DeRose-Hinkhouse Memorial Awards are given annually to active members of the Religion Communicators Council who demonstrate excellence in religious communications and public relations.
Wilbur Awards
Since 1949, the Wilbur Awards have been presented annually to recognize excellence in the communication of religious issues, values, and themes in public secular media. Through the awards, the Religion Communicators Council recognizes the work of individuals, production companies and agencies as they communicate about religious issues, values and themes with professionalism, fairness, respect and honesty.
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Using your APR to prioritize choices when everything is a fire (or a pandemic)
By Kevin P Kane, APR This feature was originally published in The Pinnacle by the Public Relations Society of America, July 16, 2021, Volume 1, Issue 4. RCC is one of eight professional organizations represented on the Universal Accreditation Board that administers...
Thank you Religion Communication Congress 2020 sponsors and cooperating organizations
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After year of isolation, 2021 Wilbur Award Winners paint story of resilience
Religion Communicators Council honors 20 for work during 2020 NEW YORK — The Religion Communicators Council (RCC) announces 20 Wilbur Award winners to honor excellence by individuals in the secular media for communicating religious issues, values, and themes. On the...