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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-27/
LOCATION:Boise\, ID\, Boise\, ID\, 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-28/
LOCATION:Newburgh Heights\, OH\, Newburgh Heights\, OH\, 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-16/
LOCATION:McIntosh\, NM\, McIntosh\, NM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU)":MAILTO:netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov
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SUMMARY:2026 IACP Public Information Officers Section Midyear Conference
DESCRIPTION:The IACP Public Information Officers Midyear conference brings together public information officers from across the globe to explore new information-sharing efforts\, best practices\, case studies and more. Offering 20 hours of training\, attendees will walk away with new and exciting tools and strategies to communicate with residents\, community members\, staff\, and other stakeholders. \n———— \nNote: PIO Calendar Founder Paul D. Raymond\, Jr. will present at this conference on Wednesday\, April 29\, 2026\, at 2:30 PM. His session\, “ChatGPT\, Write My News Release: How AI is Reshaping the Modern PIO\,” examines how artificial intelligence is transforming the tools\, workflows\, and expectations of today’s public information officers
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/2026-iacp-public-information-officers-section-midyear-conference/
LOCATION:Tempe Mission Palms\, 60 East 5th Street\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85281\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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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-14/
LOCATION:Bozeman\, Montana\, Bozeman\, MT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="FBI-LEEDA":MAILTO:Training@fbileeda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T000000
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SUMMARY:PER-344 Social Media Tools & Techniques
DESCRIPTION:This performance-level web-based course is designed for individuals in the public and private sectors who are responsible for gathering and disseminating disaster-related information and who would like to increase their knowledge and understanding about social media and its uses during crisis communication to support organizational preparedness\, response and recovery efforts.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/per-344-social-media-tools-techniques-4/
LOCATION:Concord\, NH\, Concord\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:MGT-467 Sport and Special Event Public Information and Emergency Notification
DESCRIPTION:The Sport and Special Event Public Information and Emergency Notification course brings planners\, operators\, public information professionals\, government\, public safety\, and marketing professionals together in an effort to prepare and/or enhance venue and event communication programs. The course prescribes best practices to common communication pitfalls and provides flexible and scalable solutions to a wide-range of scenarios. The training leverages a combination of exercises\, discussions\, and activities to optimize participant experience.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/mgt-467-sport-and-special-event-public-information-and-emergency-notification-11/
LOCATION:Everett\, WA\, Everett\, WA\, 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-29/
LOCATION:Oklahoma City\, OK\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 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-17/
LOCATION:Frisco\, CO\, Frisco\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU)":MAILTO:netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov
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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-18/
LOCATION:Benton\, IL\, Benton\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU)":MAILTO:netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T161918
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T124113Z
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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-19/
LOCATION:Johnson County (MO) Fire Protection District\, 122 W Young Street\, Warrensburg\, MO\, 64093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T080000
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SUMMARY:Strategic Social Media for Public Safety Professionals and Government Leaders
DESCRIPTION:This fast-paced\, one-day course equips public information officers\, social media managers\, and organizational leaders with practical strategies to communicate confidently and effectively online. Through real-world examples\, case studies\, and hands-on exercises\, participants will learn to manage misinformation\, amplify their message\, navigate negativity\, uncover compelling stories\, and work strategically with traditional media while understanding key legal considerations. Attendees leave ready to strengthen community relationships and maximize the impact of every message.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/strategic-social-media-for-public-safety-professionals-and-government-leaders/
LOCATION:Willowbrook (IL) Community Resource Center\, 825 Midway Drive\, Willowbrook\, IL\, 60527\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Parker Communications":MAILTO:info@julieparkerco.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T140000
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SUMMARY:Mastering Communications with First Amendment Auditors and Free Press Representatives
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nAre you ready to handle the challenges of interacting with First Amendment Auditors and Free Press Representatives? This essential training is tailored for government leaders who seek to master the art of communication in these often tense and high-stakes encounters. First Amendment Auditors test public officials’ adherence to constitutional rights\, and knowing how to effectively and appropriately respond is crucial. This comprehensive training will equip you with the strategies and confidence to manage aggressive situations with poise and professionalism. Through realistic scenarios and expert instruction\, you will learn to uphold legal standards\, maintain transparency\, and build public trust. Join us to transform your approach and ensure your interactions promote constitutional values and positive public relations. \nCompleting this course will teach you: \nStrategies to handle interactions with First Amendment Auditors and Free Press Representatives with confidence and professionalism\nKnowledge of constitutional standards\, and how to respond appropriately to ensure compliance\nHow to stay composed and professional during tense encounters\nUnderstand the importance of maintaining transparency in all communications \nWho is the course for?\nThis course is intended for Police\, Fire\, EMA and Government Chiefs/Department Heads\, Supervisors\, and Public Information Officers.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/mastering-communications-with-first-amendment-auditors-and-free-press-representatives/
LOCATION:https://piocalendar.com/event/mastering-communications-with-first-amendment-auditors-and-free-press-representatives/
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="JGPR Academy":MAILTO:info@jgpracademy.com
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