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PIO Training Monthly Roundup | September 2026

Opening Briefing from Paul

The September 2026 PIO training lineup brings hundreds of events to The PIO Calendar, supporting the diverse needs of public information officers and communication professionals.

This month’s roundup features 19 events and a wide range of opportunities for learning, connection, and professional growth. Looking ahead, the calendar includes 35 conferences taking place within the next 180 days, 50 trainings within the next 120 days, and three webinars within the next 90 days.

Featured opportunities include the E/L0952 NIMS ICS All-Hazards Public Information Officer courses, FEMA’s E/L0388 Advanced Public Information Officer courses, and the 2026 KAPIO Annual Conference. You’ll also find L0105 Public Information Basics, Social Media in Law Enforcement—SMILECON 2026, the New England Preparedness Summit 2026: Navigating the Storm Together, and the 2026 CAPIO Leadership Summit.

Whether you are new to the field or an experienced PIO, I hope these opportunities support your professional development in meaningful ways.

I’m also grateful to everyone who visits the calendar and shares or submits events. The site recorded 4,835 views during the past 30 days, bringing its total to 28,168 views. Your participation helps make The PIO Calendar a stronger and more valuable resource for our entire community.

I hope September’s roundup encourages you to explore new opportunities and plan for the months ahead. Thank you for being part of The PIO Calendar community—and have a great month!

Paul D. Raymond, Jr. Paul D. Raymond, Jr.
Founder, The PIO Calendar

The PIO Calendar Monthly Roundup highlights upcoming Public Information Officer (PIO) training, crisis communication training, emergency management training, FEMA training, media relations training, communications conferences, webinars, and professional development opportunities from across the United States and internationally.

This month’s roundup includes 102 upcoming opportunities, including 35 communications conferences, 50 training events, and 3 webinars. You can also browse the Organizations Directory and Resources Directory for additional professional development resources.

This monthly roundup was generated with the assistance of AI and reviewed before publication.

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