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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T080000
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SUMMARY:NFPA 1030: Public Information Officer
DESCRIPTION:This course is based on NFPA 1030: Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Prevention Program Positions\, Chapter 12\, Public Information Officer\, 2024 Edition. This course is designed for individuals seeking the knowledge and skills to conduct media interviews\, prepare news releases\, and media advisories.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/nfpa-1030-public-information-officer-4/
LOCATION:Muscle Shoals Regional Training Center\, Russellville\, AL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alabama Fire College":MAILTO:dhewlett@alabamafirecollege.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T140000
DTSTAMP:20260728T121947Z
CREATED:20260728T121947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T121947Z
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SUMMARY:NIOA Webinar: AI-Ready\, Not AI-Replaced: Keeping Your Voice While Working Smarter
DESCRIPTION:AI-Ready\, Not AI-Replaced: Keeping Your Voice While Working Smarter\nGovernment communications teams are often stretched thin\, and there is a growing trend of using AI as a solution. However\, much of the advice overlooks the most important aspect: your voice. This session will demonstrate how to prepare your team to effectively use AI without losing the personal touch. \nWe will explore practical\, day-to-day automation techniques that you can implement immediately\, helping to eliminate busywork and allowing you to focus more on the human elements of your role. Additionally\, we will conduct a live demonstration using a Crisis Communication Simulator that utilizes AI. This simulator immerses your team in a realistic\, evolving crisis scenario where you will practice drafting statements\, anticipating questions from reporters\, and managing timelines under pressure. \nBy the end of the session\, you will have tools that you can start using right away\, along with a clearer understanding of where AI can assist you and where your judgment is still essential. \nPresenter: Chris Makowski – Public Information Officer for the Town of Summerville\, South Carolina \nFor more information or questions about these webinars please contact Jason Elmore at jason.elmore@vdem.virginia.gov
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/nioa-webinar-ai-ready-not-ai-replaced-keeping-your-voice-while-working-smarter/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Information Officers Associaton (NIOA)":MAILTO:info@nioa.org
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T150000
DTSTAMP:20260612T001927Z
CREATED:20260612T001927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T001927Z
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SUMMARY:A comprehensive guide to special education for school leaders
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is specifically designed to meet the unique needs of school administrators who wish they knew more about special education and related disability laws. With an increasingly diverse and high needs student population attending our schools\, this course will assist administrators in becoming current in the areas of special education and 504 accommodation. \nTopics presented in this 2 day workshop will include: an understanding of the laws governing special education\, ADA and 504\, managing discipline when a student has a 504 plan or IEP\, practical behavior management strategies for students with significant disability related behaviors\, conducting meaningful observations in co-taught and self contained classrooms\, what to focus on when reviewing IEPs and 504 plans\, how to help navigate contentious Team Meetings\, understanding if and when out of district placements are appropriate\, the challenges associated with parents’ rights and much\, much more. \nEvery administrator must acquire at least 15 PDPs in special education as part of the licensure renewal process. As an approved DESE Professional Development Provider JGPR will provide you with the PDPs you need to meet this requirement.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/a-comprehensive-guide-to-special-education-for-school-leaders/
LOCATION:Greylock Glen\, 165 Gould Road\, Adams\, MA\, 01220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="JGPR Academy":MAILTO:info@jgpracademy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T235959
DTSTAMP:20260729T120107Z
CREATED:20260729T011615Z
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SUMMARY:MGT-327: Ensuring Effective Public Information and Warning for Tribal Nations
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\nIn this course\, participants will learn how to use available resources and techniques to distinguish people with access and functional needs within their communities\, analyze their specific needs\, develop trust relationships\, and create effective communication strategies. Participants will learn practical techniques for developing messages and delivering them to increase their effectiveness when collaborating with trusted organizations within the community. Finally\, participants will ensure the messages are tailored to address specific needs among the community members. By completing this course\, participants will gain hands-on experience through performance-based activities and the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively communicate climate and weather- related risks among the whole community. \n\n\n\n\nCourse Objectives\n\n\nDistinguish people with access and functional needs within the whole community and use strategies to tailor risk communications. Describe the importance of understanding the changing risk profiles among people with access and functional needs within their communities¬. Evaluate risk communication strategies for mitigation\, response\, and recovery activities to ensure more equitable outcomes among the whole community. Prepare effective risk communication messages to reach the whole community.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/ensuring-effective-public-information-and-warning-for-tribal-nations/
LOCATION:Oklahoma City\, OK\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI)":MAILTO:instructor@asg-inc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T194637Z
CREATED:20260422T194637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T194637Z
UID:10000698-1786924800-1787097599@piocalendar.com
SUMMARY:Leadership and Influence (G240-EM)
DESCRIPTION:Being able to lead others – to motivate them to commit their energies and expertise to achieving the shared mission and goals of the emergency management system – is a necessary and vital part of the job for every emergency manager\, planner\, and responder. This course is designed to improve your leadership and influence skills. It addresses: leadership from within\, how to facilitate change\, how to build and rebuild trust\, using personal influence and political savvy and fostering an environment for leadership development.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/leadership-and-influence-g240-em/
LOCATION:Forsyth\, GA\, Forsyth\, GA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T235959
DTSTAMP:20260413T151916Z
CREATED:20260206T182825Z
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UID:10000236-1786924800-1787356799@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-30/
LOCATION:Rutland\, Vermont\, Rutland\, VT\, 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:20260817T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T235959
DTSTAMP:20260413T151950Z
CREATED:20260206T182837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T151950Z
UID:10000237-1786924800-1787356799@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-31/
LOCATION:Sugar Land\, Texas\, Sugar Land\, TX\, 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:20260817T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T235959
DTSTAMP:20260722T155824Z
CREATED:20260722T155824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T155824Z
UID:10000967-1786924800-1787356799@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/fbi-leeda-media-and-public-relations-mpr-22/
LOCATION:San Antonio\, TX\, San Antonio\, TX\, 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:20260817T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T235959
DTSTAMP:20260406T213853Z
CREATED:20260125T183455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T213853Z
UID:10000008-1786924800-1787356799@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-8/
LOCATION:Burleigh County (ND) Emergency Management\, 4200 Coleman Street\, Bismarck\, ND\, 58503\, 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/Chicago:20260817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T170000
DTSTAMP:20260731T193703Z
CREATED:20260731T193703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T193703Z
UID:10001008-1786957200-1787158800@piocalendar.com
SUMMARY:Media Management for First Responders
DESCRIPTION:The class is taught by Therese Apel\, an award-winning journalist with years of experience covering law enforcement and public safety. The course focuses on working effectively with the media\, communicating during critical incidents\, handling interviews\, social media\, and representing your department professionally. It’s a great opportunity to learn valuable communication skills that can benefit both you and the department.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/media-management-for-first-responders-2/
LOCATION:Oxford (MS) Police Department\, Oxford\, MS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_3206-3a9d5e9eafc4595c832faaae1e746b25-1.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="Darkhorse Press":MAILTO:therese@darkhorsepressnow.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T235959
DTSTAMP:20260515T172937Z
CREATED:20260515T172928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T172937Z
UID:10000746-1787011200-1787270399@piocalendar.com
SUMMARY:T-PUB4033: Texas Public Information Officer
DESCRIPTION:The Texas Public Information Officer Course will provide initial information for those individuals who are employed or appointed by a state agency or local government entity and whose duties include communicating with the public during a disaster regarding the importance of early communication and coordination of crisis information.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/t-pub4033-texas-public-information-officer-16/
LOCATION:Travis County Sheriff’s Office\, 5555 Airport Blvd\, Austin\, TX\, 78751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/TDEM-PIO.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T235959
DTSTAMP:20260531T180457Z
CREATED:20260531T180438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T180457Z
UID:10000804-1787011200-1787270399@piocalendar.com
SUMMARY:T-PUB4033: Texas Public Information Officer
DESCRIPTION:The Texas Public Information Officer Course will provide initial information for those individuals who are employed or appointed by a state agency or local government entity and whose duties include communicating with the public during a disaster regarding the importance of early communication and coordination of crisis information.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/t-pub4033-texas-public-information-officer-25/
LOCATION:TX Region 10 Education Service Center\, 400 E Spring Valley Rd\, Richardson\, TX\, 75081\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/TDEM-PIO.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T235959
DTSTAMP:20260621T162344Z
CREATED:20260621T162344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T162344Z
UID:10000869-1787011200-1787270399@piocalendar.com
SUMMARY:T-PUB4033: Texas Public Information Officer
DESCRIPTION:The Texas Public Information Officer Course will provide initial information for those individuals who are employed or appointed by a state agency or local government entity and whose duties include communicating with the public during a disaster regarding the importance of early communication and coordination of crisis information.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/t-pub4033-texas-public-information-officer-28/
LOCATION:Wichita Falls\, TX\, Wichita Falls\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/TDEM-PIO.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T133255Z
CREATED:20260610T133255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T133255Z
UID:10000830-1787043600-1787058000@piocalendar.com
SUMMARY:MGT-340: Crisis Leadership: A Community Case Study
DESCRIPTION:This seminar uses one of three case studies to examine the dynamics leadership\, planning and communications during a crisis from the perspective of an elected or community leaders. This four-hour seminar explores recent case studies to frame the discussion regarding methods to overcome challenges in planning and responding to a large-scale incident. The seminar’s outcome is to develop individual and jurisdictional action plans to guide improved preparedness and emergency response. \nAvailable Case Studies: \n\nHurricane Harvey: Chaos on the Gulf Coast\nMayhem at Mandalay Bay\nThe Camp Fire: Crisis in California
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/mgt-340-crisis-leadership-a-community-case-study-6/
LOCATION:Weslaco\, TX\, Weslaco\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/TEEX.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T140000
DTSTAMP:20260730T174753Z
CREATED:20260730T174753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T174753Z
UID:10001000-1787054400-1787061600@piocalendar.com
SUMMARY:Crisis Communication Strategies for Radiation Emergencies
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend a series of virtual workshops designed to strengthen multi agency preparedness for radiological and nuclear emergencies. Sessions will focus on operational coordination\, responder safety\, and effective strategic communication. Registration requires free account creation on the NIPC Events Learning Management System. \nThis live\, instructor-led session covers rapid communication planning\, objective setting\, channel selection\, performance monitoring\, and evaluation strategies during radiation emergencies and provides a quick communication strategy tool.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/crisis-communication-strategies-for-radiation-emergencies/
CATEGORIES:Training
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T235959
DTSTAMP:20260527T125259Z
CREATED:20260126T005055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T125259Z
UID:10000062-1787097600-1787183999@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-9/
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/NDPTC-PER-343.webp
LOCATION:https://piocalendar.com/event/per-343-social-media-engagement-strategies-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T235959
DTSTAMP:20260527T154545Z
CREATED:20260527T154545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T154545Z
UID:10000781-1787097600-1787356799@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-35/
LOCATION:Phoenix\, AZ\, Phoenix\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/FEMA-L0105.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T235959
DTSTAMP:20260722T153634Z
CREATED:20260624T005705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T153634Z
UID:10000871-1787097600-1787356799@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-49/
LOCATION:Monroe County (FL) Emergency Operations Center\, Marathon\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/FEMA-L0105.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T235959
DTSTAMP:20260707T181005Z
CREATED:20260707T181005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T181005Z
UID:10000922-1787097600-1787356799@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-61/
LOCATION:Charleston\, WV\, Charleston\, WV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/FEMA-L0105.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T140000
DTSTAMP:20260724T192953Z
CREATED:20260724T192953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T192953Z
UID:10000986-1787144400-1787148000@piocalendar.com
SUMMARY:NAGC Webinar: Social Media Is the New Emergency Broadcast System: How Government Communicators Can Build Crisis-Ready Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Government communicators are often expected to manage fast-moving public information across multiple social media accounts\, departments\, and audiences during a crisis. This webinar will share practical tools teams can adapt\, including a response guide\, crisis planning grid\, escalation trigger questions\, and short crisis brief format. Attendees will learn how to sort issues\, clarify when to respond or escalate\, coordinate across official accounts\, and keep crisis content clear\, accessible\, shareable\, and defensible.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/nagc-webinar-social-media-is-the-new-emergency-broadcast-system-how-government-communicators-can-build-crisis-ready-accountability/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/NAGC-Logo-e2e25f5a6f862e000f3d3af33f967909.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T100000
DTSTAMP:20260730T190706Z
CREATED:20260730T190636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T190706Z
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SUMMARY:Yankee PRSA Walk & Talk Series: Meredith\, NH
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual conversation\, fresh air and networking with fellow communications professionals. We’ll be hosting Walk & Talk meet-ups in Meredith Bay\, Manchester and Durham. \nPlease register by Wednesday\, August 12. \nWhether you’re looking to network\, decompress from your desk for an hour\, or just chat about what’s happening in our industry\, we’d love to have you join us for a morning of casual conversation and fresh air. \nLaverack Nature Trail is located on beautiful Meredith Bay. It is an idyllic 1.2 mile round-trip stroll through wetlands and forest canopy — an informal\, low-key opportunity to get outside\, stretch our legs and talk shop. There’s no set agenda or case study this time; instead\, we’ll simply be discussing current PR topics and trends as we walk the nature trail together. It’s a great chance to swap ideas\, catch up with colleagues and meet new faces in a relaxed\, no-pressure setting. Wear casual clothes and comfortable walking shoes!
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/yankee-prsa-walk-talk-series-meredith-nh/
LOCATION:Laverack Nature Trail\, Meredith\, NH\, 41 Main Street\, Meredith\, NH\, 03253\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="Yankee Chapter PRSA":MAILTO:info@yankeeprsa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T103000
DTSTAMP:20260730T191105Z
CREATED:20260730T191024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T191105Z
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SUMMARY:Yankee PRSA Walk & Talk Series: Manchester\, NH
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual conversation\, fresh air and networking with fellow communications professionals. We’ll be hosting Walk & Talk meet-ups in Meredith Bay\, Manchester and Durham. \nPlease register by Wednesday\, August 12. \nWhether you’re looking to network\, decompress from your desk for an hour\, or just chat about what’s happening in our industry\, we’d love to have you join us for a morning of casual conversation and fresh air. \nPlease join us on Thursday\, August 20\, for a morning of casual conversation\, fresh air and networking with fellow communications professionals. \nThis is an informal\, low-key opportunity to get outside\, stretch our legs and talk shop. There’s no set agenda or case study this time; instead\, we’ll simply be discussing current PR topics and trends as we walk the park’s trails together. It’s a great chance to swap ideas\, catch up with colleagues and meet new people in a relaxed\, no-pressure setting. Wear casual clothes and comfortable walking shoes! We look forward to seeing you on the trail.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/yankee-prsa-walk-talk-series-machester-nh/
LOCATION:Livingston Park\, Manchester\, NH\, 156 Hooksett Road\, Manchester\, 03104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="Yankee Chapter PRSA":MAILTO:info@yankeeprsa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260730T174826Z
CREATED:20260730T174826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T174826Z
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SUMMARY:Addressing False Information During Radiation Emergencies
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend a series of virtual workshops designed to strengthen multi agency preparedness for radiological and nuclear emergencies. Sessions will focus on operational coordination\, responder safety\, and effective strategic communication. Registration requires free account creation on the NIPC Events Learning Management System. \nThis live\, instructor-led session provides best practices for identifying false information\, monitoring information environments\, and delivering effective corrective messaging.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/addressing-false-information-during-radiation-emergencies/
CATEGORIES:Training
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T153000
DTSTAMP:20260730T191650Z
CREATED:20260730T191650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T191650Z
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SUMMARY:Yankee PRSA Walk & Talk Series: Durham\, NH
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an after-lunch walk through College Woods\, a PR Ethics discussion and a Health Sciences Simulation Center Tour! This event combines thoughtful conversation\, networking and a behind-the-scenes look at one of the state’s premier healthcare education facilities. \nWe’ll begin with an interactive professional development experience in UNH’s beautiful College Woods. Guided by a facilitator\, participants will discuss a real-world public relations ethics case study that will be shared in advance. As we walk the trails together\, we’ll exchange perspectives\, explore ethical decision-making and consider practical applications to today’s communications challenges — all in an informal setting that encourages meaningful conversation and connection. Wear casual clothes and comfortable walking shoes! \nFollowing the walk\, we’ll head to UNH’s Health Sciences Simulation Center for a tour of one of New Hampshire’s most advanced healthcare training facilities. You’ll experience realistic patient care environments\, sophisticated simulation technology and lifelike patient simulators that prepare future healthcare professionals to practice clinical skills\, teamwork and critical decision-making before caring for real patients. \nWhether you’re looking to sharpen your ethical decision-making\, connect with fellow communications professionals or experience one of UNH’s most innovative learning environments\, this event offers a unique combination of professional development and discovery.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/yankee-prsa-walk-talk-series-durham-nh/
LOCATION:University of New Hampshire College Woods & Health Sciences Simulation Center\, 25 Colovos Road\, Durham\, NH\, 03824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="Yankee Chapter PRSA":MAILTO:info@yankeeprsa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T235959
DTSTAMP:20260330T191307Z
CREATED:20260125T185609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T191307Z
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SUMMARY:NIOA 2026 Annual Training Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/national-information-officers-association-nioa-annual-training-conference/
LOCATION:Sheraton Sand Key Resort\, 1160 Gulf Blvd\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33767\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Information Officers Associaton (NIOA)":MAILTO:info@nioa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260824T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T235959
DTSTAMP:20260312T235118Z
CREATED:20260126T170229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T235118Z
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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-59/
LOCATION:North Little Rock\, AR\, North Little Rock\, AR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/FEMA-L0105.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260824T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T200008Z
CREATED:20260723T195937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T200008Z
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SUMMARY:3CMA Webinar: Closing the Trust Gap: Research-Backed Communications Strategies
DESCRIPTION:For four years running\, one challenge has topped the list when local government leaders are asked what keeps them up at night: a breakdown of trust. It’s not just a feeling. Recent research backs it up\, and it also points to exactly what moves the needle. \nIn this webinar\, Liz Steward will share findings from a multi-city research initiative studying what actually drives resident trust in local government. The research identifies twelve indicators of trust and the ones that matter most. The role of communicators is key\, as the data shows residents who feel informed about their local government report dramatically higher trust and confidence than those who don’t. Liz will walk through the framework\, the data\, and the practical takeaways local government communicators can put to use right away. \nLindsay Weisenauer will bring the research to life with a look inside the City of Dublin\, Ohio\, where resident trust consistently runs well above national benchmarks. Lindsay will share how Dublin puts these principles into action: multi-channel engagement\, closing the feedback loop so residents can see their input shape real decisions\, and building communication into the City’s culture rather than treating it as an afterthought. \nWalk away with a research-backed framework for understanding trust\, and real\, replicable examples of how to build trust in your own community.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/3cma-webinar-closing-the-trust-gap-research-backed-communications-strategies/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA)":MAILTO:info@3cma.org
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T235959
DTSTAMP:20260527T130712Z
CREATED:20260126T005410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T130712Z
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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-8/
LOCATION:Wiscasset\, ME\, Wiscasset\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/NDPTC-PER-344.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T235959
DTSTAMP:20260416T140343Z
CREATED:20260416T135805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T140343Z
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SUMMARY:AWR-209 Working with the Media: A Course for Rural First Responders
DESCRIPTION:Adapted from FEMAÕs 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.Ê
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/awr-209-working-with-the-media-a-course-for-rural-first-responders-4/
LOCATION:Nazareth\, PA\, Nazareth\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/AWR-209.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T235959
DTSTAMP:20260620T211200Z
CREATED:20260620T211200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T211200Z
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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-57/
LOCATION:San Angelo\, TX\, San Angelo\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/TEEX.webp
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