The main theme is Disaster, Health, and Organizational Crisis Communication. In a world increasingly defined by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity, crises are no longer exceptions.They have become the rule. Disasters—natural and man- made—continue to ravage communities. Global public health threats such as COVID-19 have revealed systemic vulnerabilities and communication breakdowns. Further, organizational crises—from product recalls to reputational scandals—threaten not only economic performance but also trust, legitimacy, and stakeholder relationships.
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Meet BledCom
BledCom is an annual international symposium on public relations and communication management held in Bled, Slovenia, since 1994. It brings together scholars, practitioners, and students worldwide to discuss key themes in communication, bridging theory and practice. Known for its scenic setting by Lake Bled, BledCom fosters global networking, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. It often publishes presented research, contributing to advancements in communication management.
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Keynote Speech
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
The keynote speaker for this 33rd International Public Relations Research Symposium will be W. Timothy Coombs, an advisor for the Centre for Crisis and Risk Communications, Canada.
Coombs is the leading author on crisis communication.
W. Timothy Coombs (PhD Purdue University) (USA) is an advisor for the Centre for Crisis and Risk Communications. His primary area of research and consulting is crisis communication. His works include the award-winning book Ongoing Crisis Communication, coediting the Handbook of Crisis Communication, and co-writing Strategic Sport Communication: Traditional and Transmedia Strategies for a Global Sport Market. His crisis communication research has won multiple awards from professional organizations including the Jackson, Jackson & Wagner Behavioral Science Prize. He is a Fellow in the International Communication Association.
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