There are several functions of pubic relations (PR). Public relations surrounds us each day whether we are aware of it or not. The purpose of this paper is to explain the organizational and societal functions of public relations. Of the list provided two functions will be chosen that are considered to be organizational and societal functions of public relations. An explanation will be provided as to why the selected choices were categorized as organizational or as societal. Similarities and differences that exist between the organizational and societal functions will be provided.
Organizational functions of PR entail activities that are related to an organization. Public relations is not only promoting a positive image to the public. Public relations also involves promoting a positive image within the organization. One of the main functions of organizational public relations is to change the mind of a specific audience and promote goodwill of the organization. Organization PR involves understanding the concerns and attitudes of its publics. Organization publics consist of the community, employees within the organization and its customers. Once an organization understands it publics, that organization must be develop and maintain a working relationship.
Whereas organizational functions of PR is more related to an organization, societal PR seems to more related to the public. Societal functions of public relations is related more toward establishing and maintaining an effective relationship with the general public. Societal public relations goals are to promote a positive image to its public. In trying to promote a positive image, societal PR also focuses on presenting an image of being trustworthy to society. This particular function of PR dwells on being credible ...