March 2026 Newsletter 
President's Report
March is full of momentum for NMPRSA! From our Crisis Communications Breakfast on March 20 to the launch of our APR Prep Course this April (details below), plus Women’s History Month recognition and career development webinars, we’re creating meaningful opportunities to learn, connect and lead.
Engagement keeps our chapter strong. Mentorship, partnership and active participation ensure we don’t just exist — we thrive. I encourage you to get involved and take part in our expanding program offerings. If you have ideas for speakers or programs, I want to hear from you at [email protected].
Whether you’re a student, emerging professional or seasoned communicator, there is a place for you here. Together, we can build a chapter rooted in community, proud of our New Mexico perspective, and committed to lifting one another up.
This month's NMPRSA News
Start your morning with strong coffee and an even stronger communications strategy at our upcoming breakfast session. Join us for a wake-up call with Rebecca Atkins, Deputy Director of Communications & Marketing for the Albuquerque Police Department. With firsthand experience navigating high-stakes, high-visibility moments, Rebecca will share insights into what it really takes to communicate clearly, credibly, and confidently when it matters most.
Crisis Comms Breakfast: Coffee First, Crisis Second
Friday, March 20 | 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. | Albuquerque Community Foundation
$15 for members, $30 for non-members, free for PRSSA students
Coffee and breakfast provided >>> Sign-up today!
Whether you’re in corporate communications, nonprofit leadership, government affairs or agency life, this is your chance to sharpen your crisis toolkit — before the next headline hits.
ARR: Join the Best of the Best
Are you looking to level up your career this year? This April, NMPRSA is hosting a six-week APR Prep Course to get you ready to take your career further.
Tuesdays, April 7 - May 12 | 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Siarza Digital, PR & Advertising Agency (San Mateo & Academy)
Course details >>
The APR credential demonstrates professional competence, expertise and the highest standards of excellence in the practice of public relations. Get ready to join the best of the best by earning your Accreditation in Public Relations.
Calendar of Events
Celebrate extraordinary women
Let's take this opportunity to salute the collective strength and influence of women in our profession who have dedicated their lives to education, mentorship and leadership. Many of the women leading change in our profession today are part of the PRSA and NMPRSA community.
Know someone making a difference? The Strategies & Tactics Women of Impact Awards will honor extraordinary women whose leadership, results and integrity elevate the communications profession. 2026 Women of Impact Entry Kit >>
Diverse Dialogues Webinar: She Built It
Wednesday, March 18, 1-2 p.m. | webinar details (free for members)
Hear directly from trailblazing women founders and CEOs of PR firms who have shaped the communications landscape across sectors—from healthcare to entertainment, public affairs to social change.
More Women's History Month Resources >>
opportunities to strengthen your Career
Influencer Impact: Strategies for Outreach and Engagement in Nonprofits and Associations
March 11, 10-11 a.m. | webinar details ($40 for members)
5 Ways To Think Like a Reader
March 12, 1-2 p.m. | webinar details (free for members)
Business for Communicators: Fundamentals of Corporate Finance for Value Creation
March 17, 1-1:45 p.m. | webinar details (free for members)
