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Professional development, conferences, webinars, networking and award opportunities for public communicators.
May 4, 2027 – May 5, 2027
MGT-318 Public Information in an All-Hazards Incident
Crowell, TX
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 […]
May 4, 2027 – May 6, 2027
L0105 Public Information Basics
N. Chesterfield, VA
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.
May 10, 2027 – May 14, 2027
FBI-LEEDA Master Public Information Officer (MPO)
Titusville, FL
Building off of the FBI-LEEDA Media & Public Relations course, the Master Public Information Officer course moves the participant from the tactical to the strategic level of media and brand management. Participants will spend 4 ½ days exploring; the business model of media engagement, take a deeper dive into cultivating a brand image through internal […]
May 10, 2027 – May 14, 2027
FBI-LEEDA Media and Public Relations (MPR)
Pittsburgh, PA
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 […]
May 12, 2027 – May 14, 2027
NAGC Communications School 2027
Hilton Austin (TX) · Austin, TX
NAGC 2027 Communications School will be centered on the theme “Shaping What’s Next in Government Communications: 50 Years and Beyond.” The 2027 Communications School is shaping up to be our most robust learning experience yet. In response to attendee feedback, we’re expanding from a two‑day program to a full three‑day conference—now with immersive workshops built […]
May 17, 2027 – May 21, 2027
FBI-LEEDA Media and Public Relations (MPR)
Jersey Village, TX
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 […]
May 17, 2027 – May 21, 2027
FEMA E/L0388 Advanced Public Information Officer
Radford, VA
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 […]
May 18, 2027 – May 20, 2027
L0105 Public Information Basics
Hastings, MI
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.
May 19, 2027 – May 21, 2027
L0105 Public Information Basics
Marysville, OH
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.
May 19, 2027 – May 20, 2027
2nd Global summit on Civil Engineering, Sustainable Infrastructure, Smart Cities and Climate Resilience (CIVIL2027)
Florance, Italy
CIVIL2027 will serve as a dynamic platform to explore the latest breakthroughs, emerging technologies, and future directions,bringing together experts, innovators, and thought leaders from academia, industry, and research to share insights, foster collaboration, and explore the latest trends and innovations across civil, structural, and environmental engineering.
May 24, 2027 – May 28, 2027
FBI-LEEDA Media and Public Relations (MPR)
Lavonia, GA
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 […]
May 25, 2027 – May 26, 2027
MGT-318 Public Information in an All-Hazards Incident
Salem, OR
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 […]