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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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-15/
LOCATION:Red Bluff\, CA\, Red Bluff\, CA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Social Media Academy
DESCRIPTION:About The Course\nSocial media\, when utilized effectively\, can serve as a vital tool for public safety and government agencies to engage with their communities\, recruit new employees\, communicate during emergencies\, and disseminate important updates. In this course\, you will explore advanced techniques\, tips\, and resources to create polished\, captivating\, and professional content. By the end of the course\, you’ll feel empowered and prepared to enhance your department’s social media initiatives and make a significant impact. \nTopics Covered:\nCreating engaging photos\, videos\, and graphics\nWriting engaging captions\nDeveloping an effective content strategy\nUnderstanding branding essentials\nNavigating legal and policy considerations\nStrategies for boosting reach and engagement\nBest practices for live streaming\nCrafting and sharing news releases via social media\nBuilding and managing social media teams\nUtilizing insights and analytics for improvement\nOptimizing platform features\, settings\, and best practices\nRecommendations for apps and equipment \nTo download the course flyer click here. \nTravel Information\nAirport:\nLA/Ontario International Airport (ONT / KONT)\nJohn Wayne Airport (SNA / KSNA) \nHotel:\nHampton Inn & Suites\n4250 Riverwalk Parkway\nRiverside\, CA 92505\n(951) 352-5020 \nResidence Inn\n1015 Montecito Drive\nCorona\, CA 92879\n(951) 371-0107 \nCourse Fee\n$499
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/social-media-academy/
LOCATION:Riverside (CA) Police Department\, 10540 Magnolia Avenue\, Riverside\, CA\, 92505\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="TOC Public Relations":MAILTO:info@tocpublicrelations.com
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SUMMARY:Media Relations (MR)
DESCRIPTION:This course is a 16-hour training which will provide participants an opportunity to apply advanced public interview/information skills. Focusing on the PIO interview and public speaking capabilities\, participants will experience on-camera presentations\, radio broadcasts\, newsprint\, periodicals\, and social media communications using current best practices in the industry.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/media-relations-mr/
LOCATION:San Bernardino County (CA) Fire Department Headquarters\, 598 S Tippecanoe Ave\, San Bernardino\, CA\, 92408\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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