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SUMMARY:EMEAA Webinar: Trafficking Risks in Disasters: Spotting & Supporting Survivors for PIOs & Emergency Teams with Sandra Dennis-Essig
DESCRIPTION:Disasters create chaos\, displacement\, and vulnerability—conditions that traffickers often exploit. For public information officers and emergency management professionals\, understanding these risks is an essential part of protecting the communities they serve. \nIn this timely webinar\, Sandra Dennis-Essig\, Counter Human Trafficking Advisor to EMEAA\, will explore how disasters can increase the risk of human trafficking and what communication professionals and emergency teams can do to help identify and support potential survivors. \n“Trafficking Risks in Disasters: Spotting & Supporting Survivors for PIOs & Emergency Teams” will provide practical guidance on recognizing trafficking red flags during crisis situations\, communicating survivor-centered messaging\, and connecting vulnerable individuals with appropriate services. Drawing from real-world disaster response experiences and survivor advocacy work\, Sandra will share actionable protocols that emergency management and public information professionals can integrate into preparedness\, response\, and recovery operations. \nParticipants will leave with a clearer understanding of how trafficking risks emerge during disasters—and how communications teams can play a vital role in protecting vulnerable populations. \nSandra Dennis-Essig serves as the Counter Human Trafficking Advisor to the Emergency Management External Affairs Association (EMEAA). A graduate of the National Disaster and Emergency Management University with FEMA\, DHS\, and CISA certifications\, she has worked closely with the New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking as a survivor advocate and speaker. Sandra is the author and co-author of several articles on human trafficking and emergency management\, and she speaks nationally on integrating trafficking awareness into disaster preparedness and response.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/emeaa-webinar-trafficking-risks-in-disasters-spotting-supporting-survivors-for-pios-emergency-teams-with-sandra-dennis-essig/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:3CMA Webinar: Part One: AI Demystified: What You Don't Know (But Should) About the Tools You're Already Using
DESCRIPTION:AI is everywhere\, but most of us are using it on instinct and learning as we go. In this practical\, example-driven webinar\, Rebecca Emery of Seacoast AI will give local government communications professionals a clear-eyed look at how AI actually works under the hood\, as well as the “why” behind AI. \nYou’ll learn a repeatable framework for crafting prompts that consistently produce strong results\, a collection of prompt examples tailored to the kinds of tasks you handle every day\, and a better understanding of the privacy and security habits that protect you and your organization. Whether you’re brand new to AI or have been working with it for a while\, this session will fill in the gaps and give you the confidence to use these tools more effectively.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/3cma-webinar-part-one-ai-demystified-what-you-dont-know-but-should-about-the-tools-youre-already-using/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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LOCATION:https://piocalendar.com/event/3cma-webinar-part-one-ai-demystified-what-you-dont-know-but-should-about-the-tools-youre-already-using/
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SUMMARY:3CMA Webinar: Part Two: Get Found by AI: Generative Engine Optimization for Local Government Communicators
DESCRIPTION:When residents ask an AI answer engine about local services\, emergency information\, or community resources\, does your content show up accurately – or even at all? As more people turn to generative AI tools like ChatGPT\, Claude\, and Perplexity to search for information online\, local government communicators need to adapt their SEO strategies. \nIn this forward-looking webinar\, Rebecca Emery of Seacoast AI introduces Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and how we can structure and present our content so generative AI models and answer engines can find it\, trust it\, and serve up accurate information and answers to the people who want it. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of how GEO differs from traditional SEO and how AI actually reads our content online\, what changes you can make today to improve your content’s visibility in AI-generated responses\, and why this matters more than ever for public trust and community reach.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/3cma-webinar-part-two-get-found-by-ai-generative-engine-optimization-for-local-government-communicators/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA)":MAILTO:info@3cma.org
LOCATION:https://piocalendar.com/event/3cma-webinar-part-two-get-found-by-ai-generative-engine-optimization-for-local-government-communicators/
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SUMMARY:Telling Your Story to the Media and Legislators
DESCRIPTION:When:   Nov 19\, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM (PT)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenters: CAPIO and CSDA \nEvery special district has a story to tell—about the essential services you provide\, the people you serve\, and the value you deliver to your community. Effectively sharing that story builds trust with the public\, strengthens relationships with the media\, and helps decision-makers understand your district’s priorities and funding needs. \nIn this practical\, fast-paced session\, you’ll hear communication strategies and real-world examples to help you: \n\nIdentify and shape compelling stories that highlight your district’s impact and funding needs.\n Build positive working relationships with local reporters and media outlets.\nCommunicate clearly and confidently with legislators and key stakeholders.\nUse storytelling to turn technical topics into relatable community benefits.\n\nParticipants will receive adaptable message frameworks and talking points to help their district tell its story with clarity\, credibility\, and confidence. \n10:00 – 11:00 am \nFree CSDA Member\n$125 Non-member \nCSDA webinars are offered at no charge to all Members in part through the generous support of the Special District Risk Management Authority (SDRMA).
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/telling-your-story-to-the-media-and-legislators/
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