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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-18/
LOCATION:Ouray\, CO\, Ouray\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T000000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T224406Z
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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-14/
LOCATION:Bastrop\, TX\, Bastrop\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T000000
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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-9/
LOCATION:McCook\, NE\, McCook\, NE\, 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:20260331T000000
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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-10/
LOCATION:Stillwater\, OK\, Stillwater\, OK\, 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:20260401T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260125T222454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T164422Z
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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-10/
LOCATION:Johnson City\, TN\, Johnson City\, TN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260205T010448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T183456Z
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SUMMARY:Trustworthy: Navigating an Increasingly AI-Driven World for Police\, Fire and Government Public Information Officers
DESCRIPTION:Trustworthy: Navigating an Increasingly AI-Driven World for Police\, Fire and Government Public Information Officers is a practical course designed for public information officers\, public affairs professionals\, and agency leaders navigating an AI-influenced communications landscape. \n\nArtificial intelligence is no longer just a productivity tool. It now plays a direct role in shaping narratives\, influencing public opinion\, and accelerating the spread of misinformation. Throughout this course\, a detailed description of how Artificial Intelligence can be used to commit crimes\, target officers\, or the entire agency. Real-world case studies will be discussed and explored. This course explains how AI systems shape message framing\, audience perception\, and trust\, often without the public realizing it. \nParticipants will learn that AI-driven manipulation is already influencing how incidents are perceived. The speed matters more than sophistication. Even poorly made content can spread fast enough to shape public opinion before facts are established \nParticipants will examine real-world examples of AI-driven narrative control\, discuss the risks of unmanaged AI use\, and explore how public agencies can set clear policies that balance innovation with transparency. The course also addresses when and how agencies should disclose AI use\, and how proactive communication can strengthen credibility rather than erode it. \nThrough guided discussion and scenario-based exercises\, attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of AI’s influence on modern communications\, along with practical steps they can apply immediately within their organization.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/trustworthy-navigating-an-increasingly-ai-driven-world-for-police-fire-and-government-public-information-officers/
LOCATION:https://piocalendar.com/event/trustworthy-navigating-an-increasingly-ai-driven-world-for-police-fire-and-government-public-information-officers/
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="JGPR Academy":MAILTO:info@jgpracademy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260206T182314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155029Z
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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-9/
LOCATION:Caledonia\, Wisconsin\, Caledonia\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="FBI-LEEDA":MAILTO:Training@fbileeda.org
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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-10/
LOCATION:Golden\, Colorado\, Golden\, CO\, 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:20260406T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260206T182345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155109Z
UID:10000217-1775433600-1775865599@piocalendar.com
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-11/
LOCATION:Irvine\, CA\, Irvine\, CA\, 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:20260407T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T235959
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T164422Z
UID:10000028-1775520000-1775692799@piocalendar.com
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-9/
LOCATION:Mason City\, IA\, Mason City\, IA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260126T170138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T235121Z
UID:10000120-1775520000-1775779199@piocalendar.com
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-19/
LOCATION:Hamburg\, PA\, Hamburg\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260126T005145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T005145Z
UID:10000066-1775692800-1775779199@piocalendar.com
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-3/
LOCATION:Freehold\, NJ\, Freehold\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260225T032052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T032052Z
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SUMMARY:AWR-209 Working with the Media: A Course for Rural First Responders
DESCRIPTION:Adapted from FEMA’s IG-290 curriculum\, this 8-hour course provides rural first responders with skills needed to communicate with the public through the media. Examines roles of the media and the rural first responder/public information officer. Participants learn how to give print/electronic media interviews\, write news releases\, provide information at the scene\, and how they fit into the joint information system. \nImported Details\nRegistration: https://studentportal.ruraltraining.org/courses/display/313 | Location: A Course for Rural First Responders in Windham\, ME
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/awr-209-working-with-the-media-a-course-for-rural-first-responders-11/
LOCATION:Windham\, ME\, Windham\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260407T201700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T201700Z
UID:10000624-1775736000-1775750400@piocalendar.com
SUMMARY:Social Media Principles for First Responders
DESCRIPTION:Proper social media utilization has proven to be a highly effective tool for first responder agencies when it comes to communicating and engaging directly with the community members you serve. Taught by Duxbury MA Fire Chief Rob Reardon\, this course will provide you with the framework for how to build a successful social media program\, teach you how to properly brand your department\, and introduce ways to grow your social media audience. \nHow Social Media Can be Effective for Your Department\nHow to Develop the Framework for a Successful Social Media Program\nHow to Build Your Brand and Grow Your Audience\nThe Importance of Engaging with Your Audience​ \nWho is the course for?\nSocial media managers for first responder agencies\, department administrators seeking to start using social media\, any first responder who would like a better understanding about the importance of social media\, any first responders who are looking to learn more about social media best practices.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/social-media-principles-for-first-responders/
LOCATION:JGPR Academy (Canton)\, 719 Washington St\, Lower Level\, Canton\, MA\, 02021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="JGPR Academy":MAILTO:info@jgpracademy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260126T170138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T175552Z
UID:10000121-1776038400-1776297599@piocalendar.com
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-20/
LOCATION:Forsyth\, GA\, Forsyth\, GA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260127T151529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T142956Z
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SUMMARY:LEMIT Public Information Officer
DESCRIPTION:The Public Information Officer (PIO) course is designed for public safety personnel responsible for managing\, disseminating\, and overseeing information on behalf of their departments or organizations. Open to potential\, newly assigned\, and experienced PIOs—as well as administrative executives involved in public communication—the program equips participants with the essential skills and “tools of the trade” needed to handle both routine operations and community crises effectively. Through interactive\, hands-on exercises\, participants learn to write media releases\, conduct interviews and on-camera briefings\, and engage with social media and other communication platforms. The course emphasizes situational awareness\, public relations strategies\, and evaluation of public information campaigns\, preparing attendees to serve as confident\, credible\, and effective voices for their agencies in any circumstance. (****Course mandated to meet requirements of SB33; the Uvalde Strong Act.)
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/lemit-public-information-officer/
LOCATION:LEMIT Criminal Justice Center\, 1600 Bobby K. Marks Blvd.\, Huntsville\, TX\, 77341\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260206T182358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155128Z
UID:10000218-1776038400-1776470399@piocalendar.com
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-12/
LOCATION:Cuyahoga Falls\, Ohio\, Cuyahoga Falls\, OH\, 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:20260413T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260125T175917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T213612Z
UID:10000004-1776038400-1776470399@piocalendar.com
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-4/
LOCATION:Wake County (NC) 911 Center\, 2320 Westinghouse Boulevard\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/NDEMU-APIO.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU)":MAILTO:netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260126T005608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T164518Z
UID:10000075-1776038400-1776470399@piocalendar.com
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-3/
LOCATION:Los Angeles\, CA\, Los Angeles\, 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:20260413T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260206T185022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155147Z
UID:10000246-1776038400-1776470399@piocalendar.com
SUMMARY:FBI-LEEDA Master Public Information Officer (MPO)
DESCRIPTION: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 and external communications\, and learn how to proactively pitch stories in today’s 24/7 news environment. Students will learn the advanced means of creating high-quality in-house videos for social media\, develop messaging calendars\, and learn the art of being a strategic advisor. This course will build on crisis management skills in tabletop exercises designed to build the framework for a crisis communication manual. Participants spend an immersive 4-1/2  days refining skills in: \n\nCultivating and refining your Brand and Image\nInternal and External Communications Strategies\nProactively Pitching Stories to a 24/7 News Environment\nBusiness Model of Media Engagement\nCrisis Management Planning\nInteractive Tabletop Exercises\nProducing High Quality Video for Social Media\n\nPrerequisite: This class builds on concepts learned in the FBI-LEEDA Media and Public Relations class\, therefore\, students must have completed the MPR class prior to enrolling in the Master PIO class.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/fbi-leeda-master-public-information-officer-mpo-3/
LOCATION:Isle of Palms (SC) Police Department\, 30 JC Long Blvd\, Isle of Palms\, SC\, 29541\, 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:20260414T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260126T170043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T153659Z
UID:10000078-1776124800-1776383999@piocalendar.com
SUMMARY:K0105 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/k0105-public-information-basic-3/
LOCATION:https://piocalendar.com/event/k0105-public-information-basic-3/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260126T170138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T235121Z
UID:10000122-1776124800-1776383999@piocalendar.com
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-21/
LOCATION:Davenport\, IA\, Davenport\, IA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260217T000834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T235120Z
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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-13/
LOCATION:Warren\, OH\, Warren\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU)":MAILTO:netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260126T004758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T150813Z
UID:10000057-1776211200-1776297599@piocalendar.com
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-3/
LOCATION:Muscle Shoals\, AL\, Muscle Shoals\, AL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260125T221117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T182344Z
UID:10000029-1776211200-1776383999@piocalendar.com
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-2/
LOCATION:Everett\, WA\, Everett\, WA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260126T170154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T235122Z
UID:10000123-1776211200-1776470399@piocalendar.com
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-22/
LOCATION:Phoenix\, AZ\, Phoenix\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260327T125037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T143808Z
UID:10000599-1776643200-1776902399@piocalendar.com
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-11/
LOCATION:Jefferson County (CO) Dakota Building\, 800 Jefferson County Parkway\, Golden\, CO\, 80401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260206T182421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T150433Z
UID:10000219-1776643200-1777075199@piocalendar.com
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FBILEEDA-MPR.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="FBI-LEEDA":MAILTO:Training@fbileeda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260125T174905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T152620Z
UID:10000001-1776643200-1777075199@piocalendar.com
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/NDEMU-APIO.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU)":MAILTO:netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T154838
CREATED:20260128T151949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T232618Z
UID:10000152-1776729600-1776902399@piocalendar.com
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-14/
LOCATION:Blue Springs\, MO\, Blue Springs\, MO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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