In this episode of PR in the Real World, Edna Boampong shares her journey from student party promoter to Director of Communications and Engagement at Liverpool City Council. She talks about data-led behaviour change, public sector comms, anti-racism, diversity in NHS communications, and the very real challenge of dealing with online abuse while protecting both audiences and staff.
Links and references
Connect with Edna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edna-boampong/
Edna’s appointment: https://liverpoolexpress.co.uk/liverpool-city-council-appoints-new-director-of-communications-and-engagement/
Edna Boampong – NHS Confederation profile: https://www.nhsconfed.org/people/edna-boampong
Liverpool City Council – anti-racism commitment / This is Liverpool: https://liverpool.gov.uk/council/equality-diversity-and-inclusion/our-commitment-to-anti-racism
Talking Bins / We’re Talking Bins campaign: https://liverpoolexpress.co.uk/third-liver-bird-highlights-liverpools-poor-recycling-rates
Healthier Together programme (Greater Manchester): https://manchestercommunitycentral.org/news/healthier-together-integrated-impact-assessment-forums
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