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Writing for the Web: Help People Succeed on Your Website
Writing for the Web: Help People Succeed on Your Website When someone visits your website, they’re not here to read—they’re here to get something…
October 28, 2026CivAll Webinar: What Local Governments Learned from Moving to a Modern Website
Your website is where residents go first—whether they’re looking for everyday information or critical updates when it matters most. The site that holds up…
October 28, 2026Washington DC Happy Hour and Panel – sponsored by FleishmanHillard
The National Association of Government Communicators’ Board of Directors invites our members to join us in a local celebration of our 50th Anniversary. We…
October 29, 2026CAPIO Ask Me Anything: From Communications to Leadership
Where can a career in communications take you? Sometimes, all the way to the executive suite. Join CAPIO’s Northern California Region for a candid…
October 29, 2026Hidden Dangers: The Unseen Threats to Municipal Governance
OVERVIEW The biggest risks facing municipalities aren’t always the ones leaders can see. This fireside chat explores the hidden risks that can quietly accumulate…
E/L0952 NIMS ICS All-Hazards Public Information Officer
This course is designed for a Public Information Officer (PIO) assigned to an incident as a member of an All-Hazards Incident Management Team (AHIMT)…
December 6, 2026E/L0952 NIMS ICS All-Hazards Public Information Officer
This course is designed for a Public Information Officer (PIO) assigned to an incident as a member of an All-Hazards Incident Management Team (AHIMT)…
November 30, 2026NFPA 1030: Public Information Officer
This IFSAC & ProBoard accreditated course is based on NFPA 1030: Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Prevention Program Positions, Chapter 12, Public Information…
November 8, 2026O-0305: All-Hazards Incident Management Team Introduction
This course focuses on the importance of developing and operating as a functional U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) Type 3 All-Hazards Incident Management Team (AHIMT).…
December 8, 2026L0105 Public Information Basics
To equip participants with the skills needed to be full or part-time PIOs, including oral and written communications; understanding and working with the media;…
E/L0952 NIMS ICS All-Hazards Public Information Officer
This course is designed for a Public Information Officer (PIO) assigned to an incident as a member of an All-Hazards Incident Management Team (AHIMT)…
November 20, 2026International Mental Health Conference 2026 (Hybrid Event)
Professionals seeking world-class Mental Health Conferences will find exceptional value in the Mental Health Conference 2026, a premier international hybrid event scheduled for 20–21…
June 2, 2027ICA Annual Conference 2027
2027 International Communication Association Annual Conference Save the Date 3-7 June 2027 Crowne Plaza Glasgow Hotel and Scottish Event Campus
December 1, 20262026 Crisis Communications Symposium
We are thrilled to release the dates and speakers for our 4th annual Crisis Communication Symposium. This year, the event will be hosted at…
January 4, 20272027 Florida PIO Symposium
The Florida Association of Public Information Officers (FAPIO) provides training through the development and coordination of a wide range of opportunities. The PIO program…
FEMA E/L0388 Advanced Public Information Officer
The National Response Framework (NRF) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) devote significant attention to the importance of emergency public information. Public Information…
November 29, 2026E/L0952 NIMS ICS All-Hazards Public Information Officer
This course is designed for a Public Information Officer (PIO) assigned to an incident as a member of an All-Hazards Incident Management Team (AHIMT)…
December 13, 2026FEMA E/L0388 Advanced Public Information Officer
The National Response Framework (NRF) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) devote significant attention to the importance of emergency public information. Public Information…
January 24, 2027FEMA E/L0388 Advanced Public Information Officer
The National Response Framework (NRF) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) devote significant attention to the importance of emergency public information. Public Information…
February 21, 2027FEMA E/L0388 Advanced Public Information Officer
The National Response Framework (NRF) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) devote significant attention to the importance of emergency public information. Public Information…
Online & Self-Paced PIO Training
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Associations & Organizations Directory
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Resource Directory
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