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SUMMARY:FBI-LEEDA Media and Public Relations (MPR)
DESCRIPTION:The FBI-LEEDA Media and Public Relations (MPR) course is a 4 ½-day intense curriculum developed to assist law enforcement in communication with not only the media\, but the communities they serve. The course is suitable for chiefs and commanders who may deal with the media on a regular or ad hoc basis and full-time/part-time Public Information Officers (PIOs).  This class provides proven strategies and best-practices for media relations\, crisis communications and social media.  Students will learn to prepare and deliver messages.  The session features numerous desktop and on-camera exercises. Participants are asked to bring a laptop or tablet to class.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/media-and-public-relations-mpr-8/
LOCATION:Watertown\, Massachusetts\, Watertown\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:L0952 NIMS ICS All-Hazards Public Information Officer
DESCRIPTION: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) and local IMTs\, as well as for the PIO assigned to an incident as an Assistant PIO in a variety of capacities.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/l0952-nims-ics-all-hazards-public-information-officer-2/
LOCATION:Raleigh\, NC\, Raleigh\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU)":MAILTO:netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov
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SUMMARY:L0952 NIMS ICS All-Hazards Public Information Officer
DESCRIPTION: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) and local IMTs\, as well as for the PIO assigned to an incident as an Assistant PIO in a variety of capacities.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/l0952-nims-ics-all-hazards-public-information-officer-5/
LOCATION:Fresno\, CA\, Fresno\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU)":MAILTO:netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T000000
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SUMMARY:L0105 Public Information Basics
DESCRIPTION: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; and basic tools and techniques to perform effectively as a PIO\, both in the proactive/ advocacy times and crisis/ emergency response.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/l0105-public-information-basics-7/
LOCATION:Calgary\, Canada\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU)":MAILTO:netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T235959
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SUMMARY:MGT-318 Public Information in an All-Hazards Incident
DESCRIPTION:This course examines the role of public information in all-hazards incident management and provides practical training in crisis communication techniques. In a major incident\, it is of critical importance that community leaders\, incident managers\, and Public Information Officers (PIO) are prepared to communicate with the public through traditional and social media. This course focuses on the role of public information in all-hazards incident management; the information needs of the press and public in a crisis; and strategies for planning\, conducting\, and managing the public information effort during a crisis event.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/mgt-318-public-information-in-an-all-hazards-incident-8/
LOCATION:Wheaton\, IL\, Wheaton\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:2026 IPR Bridge Conference
DESCRIPTION:The IPR Bridge Conference fosters dynamic interactions between communication leaders and leading scholars in an intimate setting\, creating opportunities to discuss cutting-edge research and actionable insights. Practitioners gain direct access to the latest advancements shaping the future of the profession\, while academics showcase the latest research.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/2026-ipr-bridge-conference/
LOCATION:The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill\, 104 Airport Dr\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27599-5023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:L0105 Public Information Basics
DESCRIPTION: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; and basic tools and techniques to perform effectively as a PIO\, both in the proactive/ advocacy times and crisis/ emergency response.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/l0105-public-information-basics-25/
LOCATION:Berkshire (MA) Innovation Center\, 45 Woodland Ave\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU)":MAILTO:netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov
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SUMMARY:PER-343 Social Media Engagement Strategies
DESCRIPTION:This eight-hour performance-level course is designed to provide participants with knowledge and skills using social media tools to engage individuals and volunteer organizations for assistance during an emergency. Participants will learn about social media engagement techniques\, individual and organizational roles in crisis communication\, and Virtual Operations Support Teams (VOST).
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/per-343-social-media-engagement-strategies-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:NESPRA: Lunch and Learn - Building Crisis Communication Plans that Inform\, Reassure & Lead
DESCRIPTION:Building Crisis Communication Plans that Inform\, Reassure & Lead \nWhen a crisis affects a school community\, communications professionals play a critical role in helping leaders inform families\, reassure the public\, and maintain trust during uncertain moments. In this session\, Paul Raymond\, Jr. will discuss how school districts can build crisis communication plans that align with their emergency operations plans and support leadership during high-consequence events. \nDrawing on more than two decades of public safety leadership and crisis communications experience\, Paul will share practical strategies for preparing for the critical early moments of an incident\, clarifying communication roles\, coordinating messaging with public safety partners\, and developing adaptable message templates. Participants will leave with practical tools and ideas to strengthen crisis communication planning within their districts.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/nesprsa-lunch-and-learn-building-crisis-communication-plans-that-inform-reassure-lead/
LOCATION:https://piocalendar.com/event/nesprsa-lunch-and-learn-building-crisis-communication-plans-that-inform-reassure-lead/
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