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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-13/
LOCATION:Warrensburg\, Missouri\, Warrensburg\, MO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="FBI-LEEDA":MAILTO:Training@fbileeda.org
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SUMMARY:FEMA E/L0388 Advanced Public Information Officer
DESCRIPTION:The National Response Framework (NRF) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) devote significant attention to the importance of emergency public information. Public Information Officers are key members of the ICS and EOC organizations\, and work closely with officials who are part of Multiagency Coordination Groups. PIOs advise the Incident Commander\, Unified Command\, and EOC director on public information relating to incident management. \nWith public information included as a function within NIMS and within ICS\, it is critical to address and provide training for this important element of Emergency Management. \nThe National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU) Public Information Officer (PIO) training curriculum includes courses delivered at the awareness\, basic\, advanced and master levels. The basic level course was developed by NDEMU and is managed by NDEMU or state emergency management trainers who teach basic skills and techniques for use during small\, localized\, single-agency responses; preparedness campaigns; and escalating localized responses. \nThe advanced level course teaches participants additional skills for use during escalating incidents\, including strategic communications and incident action planning as it relates to Joint Information Center (JIC) operations.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/fema-advanced-public-information-officer/
LOCATION:National Disaster & Emergency Management University\, 16825 S. Seton Ave\, Emmitsburg\, MD\, 21727\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU)":MAILTO:netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T235959
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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-basic-23/
LOCATION:Dimondale\, MI\, Dimondale\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Employee Communications & Culture Conference
DESCRIPTION:AI is rewriting workflows\, employees expect personalized and authentic experiences\, and algorithms determine what voices get heard. \nJoin us April 21-23 in the heart of Boston for Ragan’s Employee Communications & Culture Conference so you can stay relevant and keep your seat at the table. You’ll walk away with practical and innovative ideas to implement back in the office — or in home offices and hybrid workplaces — that will keep employees engaged and productive. Learn how to supersize your strategies and elevate your comms even as you forge connections and share knowledge with industry peers and colleagues. \nFrom manager communications and newsletters that really work to upskilling for AI (and incorporating agents into your workflow)\, you’ll leave this conference with the tools you need to build a better work environment. Explore sessions on thought leadership\, case studies on how leading organizations are using AI\, interactive exercises and engaging instruction from experts in the trade. \nDon’t react to change — lead it. Join us to future-proof your comms strategy\, sharpen your skills\, and connect with peers facing the same urgent challenges. This is where communicators shape the next era of influence.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/employee-communications-culture-conference/
LOCATION:Westin Boston Seaport District\, 425 Summer St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Social Media for First Responders Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Two jam-packed days tailored to your role in public safety.\nDon’t miss this First Responder social media conference!\n\nWe bring over 10 years of experience in social media education. That means you can count on a vetted\, specially curated series of sessions and seasoned\, experienced speakers to tackle topics that impact your agency or department’s social media strategy.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/social-media-for-first-responders-virtual-conference/
LOCATION:https://piocalendar.com/event/social-media-for-first-responders-virtual-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Social Media Strategies Summit":MAILTO:info@socialmediastrategiessummit.com
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Public Information Officer
DESCRIPTION:This 3-day (24 hour) course is designed to increase PIO’s ability to be strategic communicators before\, during\, and after an emergency. Using a “Whole Community” approach\, this course walks participants step-by-step on how to write strategic incident communication plans which enables PIOs to immediately set the narrative immediately after an emergency. Participants will leave the course with the framework to create strategic incident communication plans for their own jurisdictions. This course creates a practical and strategic link between the Basic PIO course and the Advanced PIO course.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/intermediate-public-information-officer/
LOCATION:Orange County (CA) Sheriff’s Office\, 2644 Santiago Canyon Road\, Silverado\, CA\, 92676\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T235124Z
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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-basic-25/
LOCATION:Gallup\, NM\, Gallup\, NM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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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-basic-26/
LOCATION:Fort Worth\, TX\, Fort Worth\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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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-4/
LOCATION:JEA EOC\, 4800 Spring Park Road Cologix\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T080000
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SUMMARY:Crisis Communications
DESCRIPTION:This engaging\, fast-paced two-day course prepares public safety supervisors and PIOs for messaging during a crisis\, whether it involves a critical incident or a controversy. Participants will learn how to communicate in real time on social media\, craft effective news releases\, manage misinformation\, navigate media relations\, and lead successful news conferences. In today’s complex communication environment\, this training provides proven tools to help you communicate confidently when it matters most.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/crisis-communications/
LOCATION:Milpitas (CA) Police Department\, 1275 N. Milpitas Blvd.\, Milpitas\, CA\, 95035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Parker Communications":MAILTO:info@julieparkerco.com
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