public affairs

Definitions

Matters of general interest or concern to the people of a community or nation.

The activities and policies of government and the administration of public institutions.

The management of communication and relationships between an organization and the public or government entities.

Examples

The university established a new department to manage its public affairs and community outreach programs.

She decided to pursue a career in public affairs because she wanted to influence government policy and social issues.

Synonyms

civic matters government affairs political issues current events state business public policy

Antonyms

private matters personal business confidential affairs individual concerns private life