Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, NIPR, is pleased to announce a call for papers for an upcoming publication titled “From Strength to Brilliance: 61 Years of Public Relations Practice in Nigeria.”
The call, issued by Professor Emmanuel Samu Dandaura, fnipr, Editor-in-Chief, Vice President and Vice Chairman of NIPR Council, explained that the publication aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the evolution, challenges, and achievements of public relations in Nigeria over the past 61 years.
He said the relevance of public relations practice in Nigeria cannot be overstated, as it plays a vital role in shaping perceptions, managing reputations, and influencing public opinion.
“This publication seeks to explore the growth and impact of public relations in Nigeria, shedding light on its journey from strength to brilliance.
“We invite researchers, scholars, practitioners, and industry experts to submit original research articles, case studies, and conceptual papers that explore diverse aspects of public relations practice in Nigeria.”
Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:
1. Historical analysis of key milestones in public relations practice in Nigeria.
2. The role of public relations in nation-building and promoting socio-economic development.
3. Ethical considerations and challenges in public relations practice in Nigeria.
4. The impact of digital media and technology on public relations strategies in Nigeria.
5. Crisis management and reputation building in the Nigerian context.
6. Public relations and corporate social responsibility in Nigeria.
7. The intersection of public relations and politics in Nigeria.
8. Public relations education and professional development in Nigeria.
Submissions should please follow the guidelines outlined below:
– Manuscripts should be written in English and should not exceed 6,000 words.
– All submissions should be original and not previously published or under consideration elsewhere.
– Papers should be formatted according to the guidelines specified by the American Psychological Association (APA) referencing style.
– Abstracts should be submitted along with the full manuscript and should not exceed 250 words.
– We specially invite submission of iconic photographs that commemorate any historical moment in the annals of public relations practice in Nigeria. All photographs and graphs to be submitted as saperate documents, numbered and their position clearly marked within the paper
– Submissions should be sent via email to “vpresident@niprng.org.ng and copy dandaura@gmail.com” with the subject line: “Submission: From Strength to Brilliance Publication.”
Important Dates:
– Deadline for submission: 15th May 2024
– Notification of acceptance: 18th May 2024
– Final manuscript submission: 25th May 2024
– Publication release: 15th June 2024
For further inquiries, please contact the editorial team at: vpresident@niprng.org.ng and copy dandaura@gmail.com.
We look forward to receiving your contributions and sharing valuable insights on the remarkable journey of public relations practice in Nigeria.
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