"Public relations play a crucial role in advancing the work of public agencies."The Government Public Relations Reader"introduces the theory, practice, and context of public relations and describes the advantages of implementing public relations as a management tool. The authors present a contemporary look at public relations in public administration and discuss the issues surrounding the relationship between the news media and government agencies. The text is accompanied by an instructor' s guide containing solutions and other valuable information. The book supplies students and practitioners with an understanding of the importance, value, and uses of public relations in government."--Publisher description.
The text is accompanied by an instructor' s guide containing solutions and other valuable information. The book supplies students and practitioners with an understanding of the importance, value, and uses of public relations in government.
In addition to traditional management tools, government administrators require a fundamental understanding of the tools available to address the ever-changing context of government communications. Examining the ins and outs of the regulations influencing public information, The Practice of Government Public Relations unveils novel ways to integrate cutting-edge technologies—including Web 2.0 and rapidly emerging social media—to craft and maintain a positive public image. Expert practitioners with extensive government communications experience address key topics of interest and provide an up-to-date overview of best practices. They examine the specifics of government public relations and detail a hands-on approach for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the wide-ranging aspects of government public relations—including how to respond during a crisis.In addition to the tools provided on the accompanying downloadable resources, most chapters include a Best Practice Checklist to help you successfully utilize the communication strategies outlined in the book. Focusing on the roles of government managers enacting policies adopted by elected officials and politicians, this book is ideal for program managers seeking innovative and inexpensive ways to accomplish their programs’ missions. While no manager can be an expert in all aspects of public administration, this book helps you understand the external communications tools available to advance the mission and results of your agency.
While no manager can be an expert in all aspects of public administration, this book helps you understand the external communications tools available to advance the mission and results of your agency.
