| Greetings, esteemed wellness pros—This week we focus on the relationship between well-being initiatives and the role of our colleagues in communications. The disciplines are inextricably linked. Read on.—The Ragan Team TOP READS More articles. Visit our website for additional trend stories, research, case studies and more. RESEARCH When it comes to a budget wish list, communicators have one overwhelming priority. Survey: The role of communicators expanded dramatically last year as organizations responded to a series of crises.  STAT OF THE WEEK 
A new Gallup study reveals that nearly half of responding employees experience a lot of stress. This is a record high, Gallup reports, with the U.S. and Canada much higher, at 57%. Ragan acquires Communications Week with premier event Nov. 15-19.
RESOURCES OF THE WEEK Best Practices for Inclusive Social Media. Creating social media content that’s sensitive to diversity, equity and inclusion is more than posting images with a mix of racial and gender identities. There are subtleties in how you showcase your organization’s commitment that goes beyond lip service. This exclusive guide from Ragan’s Social Media Leadership Council is packed with real-word examples.
Crises sound alarm bells for communicators, but crises are not one-size-fits-all nor one-and-done events. Communicators, now more than ever, are taking on increasingly vital and sensitive responsibilities. In Ragan's Crisis Communications Guidebook, you’ll find tips and techniques, case studies, and salient takeaways from a compilation of our best reports on crisis comms. UPCOMING Key Findings from the Global State of Internal Communications Survey
June 24, 2021 The AP Stylebook Webinar: A Professional Communicator’s Guide to Better Writing and Editing
June 29, 2021 Ragan Workshop: Crafting Programs & Messaging for Effective Workplace Wellness
June 30, 2021 Ragan Virtual Conference: Employee Communications and Culture
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