With over 9,500 members involved in all aspects of communications, the Chartered Institute of Public Relations is at the heart of the public relations profession and is the largest public relations organisation in Europe. In 2005, we were awarded a Royal Charter, in recognition of our role in the professionalisation of public relations and as a founding member of the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management. We have a clear vision for the Institute and the public relations profession and a mission that captures our commitment to the profession.
The CIPR's role is to:
- advance the professional interests of our members so that they are more successful in the work that they do
- promote, for the public benefit, high levels of skills, knowledge, competence, standards of practice and professional conduct
- promote the study, research and development of public relations practice
- promote public understanding of the contribution of effective public relations in encouraging ethical communication and in enhancing the performance of all sectors of the economy
- act as the authoritative body for the purpose of consultation in matters of public and professional interest concerning public relations, representing the interests of our members and the profession.
We do this through:
- our professional qualifications, providing practitioners with the knowledge of theory and practice to deliver excellent campaigns
- the training and development of members and non-members through a comprehensive portfolio of training and learning events, ranging from breakfast briefings to full-day workshops and conferences
- an online Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programme so that members can proactively manage their professional development
- awarding Chartered Practitioner status to recognise and celebrate professional expertise. Chartered status is given to CIPR members who can demonstrate an outstanding level of professional practice, knowledge and a commitment to continuous professional development
- provision of research, guidance and best practice guides to help practitioners keep abreast of issues that affect the public relations profession
- being dedicated to raising professional standards. All members sign a Code of Conduct, demonstrating their commitment to operating ethically, with integrity and transparency
- ensuring our members have access to advice, support and other benefits
- giving access to a network of over 9,500 PR practitioners and specialist, national and regional groups providing opportunities for members to meet and exchange views and ideas.
