Public service announcements, or PSAs, are messages designed for public consumption that are offered by the media without charge. These announcements are typically used to raise awareness about a particular issue, to change the public’s perception of an idea or situation or to change the public’s behavior.

Some popular public service announcements include:

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• Anti-Bullying Campaigns
• Toys for Tots
• Green Living
• How to Stop Someone from Choking