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Explore hundreds of upcoming events, trainings, webinars, professional development opportunities, resources, and organizations for public information officers and communicators.
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Online & Self-Paced PIO Training
Looking for training you can complete anytime? This curated
list highlights self-paced, online courses relevant to Public
Information Officers and public sector communicators.
✓ ONLINE
✓ SELF-PACED
✓ FREE
Associations & Organizations Directory
Discover professional associations and organizations serving public information officers.
Podcast, Blog & Resource Directory
Find podcasts, blogs, and resources focused on crisis communication, media relations, and public information.
Core PIO Training
These nationally recognized courses form the foundation of public information practice in emergency management and public safety
E/K/L0105 – Public Information Basics
FEMA | In-Person & Virtual | Free
An introductory course covering the fundamentals of public information operations, media relations, and messaging during incidents and emergencies.
E/K/L0388 – Advanced Public Information Officer
FEMA | In-Person | Free
An advanced course focused on complex incidents, joint information systems, and strategic communications during high-profile events
Hosting a PIO Training or Conference?
Organizations, associations, agencies, and universities are invited to submit PIO-related training, webinars, and conferences. Submissions are reviewed before being published.
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The PIO Calendar is a free, community-supported resource. Events and trainings are submitted by third parties or found on open-source websites. Inclusion does not imply endorsement.