T-PUB4033: Texas Public Information Officer
2026-07-07 00:00 - 2026-07-09 23:59 (America/Chicago) | Lumbertson ISD Center for Performing Arts, 100 S. LHS Drive, Lumberton, TX, 77657, United States
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.

T-PUB4033: Texas Public Information Officer
2026-07-07 00:00 - 2026-07-09 23:59 (America/Chicago) | Abilene, TX, Abilene, TX, United States

PRCA Crisis Comms Conference 2026: What’s Truth Got to Do With it?
2026-07-07 13:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London)
When facts are contested, trust becomes your most valuable – and most fragile – asset.
The PRCA Crisis Comms Conference, sponsored by Polpeo, returns for 2026 with a focus on navigating crises in a post-truth landscape.
From deepfakes and ransomware to bot-driven disinformation campaigns and social media pile-ons, the threats facing communicators have never been more complex – or more unpredictable. Crises now break on social media before journalists are briefed. Misinformation spreads faster than corrections. And in a world where audiences consume news without questioning its source, the rules of crisis response are being rewritten in real time.
This virtual half-day conference will bring together communications professionals and industry experts to explore what it really means to communicate with credibility when no one agrees on the facts.
Whether you’re managing cyber threats, coordinated attacks, or simply trying to build an organisation that people trust, this conference will provide the tools, case studies, and expert perspectives to help you lead with confidence when it matters most.
The conference will also feature an interactive crisis simulation, giving attendees the opportunity to put their skills to the test in a live, high-pressure scenario.

PER-343 Social Media Engagement Strategies
2026-07-08 00:00 - 23:59 (America/New_York) | Renaissance Austin Hotel, 9721 Arboretum Blvd, Austin, TX, 78759, United States
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).
Imported Details
Registration: https://ndptc.hawaii.edu/training/?course=31&state=&training_method=&start= | Location: Springfield, IL

T-PUB4033: Texas Public Information Officer
2026-07-08 00:00 - 2026-07-10 23:59 (America/Chicago) | Austin, TX, Austin, TX, United States

Legal Group: Communications in an age of conflict and controversy
2026-07-08 08:30 - 09:30 (Europe/London) | London, United Kingdom, London, United Kingdom
A PRCA breakfast panel | Wednesday 8 July | Kingsley Napley, London | 08:30
Communications professionals are increasingly expected to advise on issues that are complex, divisive and fast-moving, from geopolitical conflict and social crises to situations where there is no clear consensus and no easy answer.
For in-house teams and law firm communicators, the stakes are high. Stakeholders, employees and clients expect leadership and clarity, yet the reputational risks of responding or of staying silent can be equally significant. These are the situations where experience, judgement and a clear framework matter most.
This breakfast panel, hosted by the PRCA, Kingsley Napley and Byfield Consultancy, brings together senior communications leaders to share insight and practical guidance on advising organisations through their most challenging communications decisions. Discussion will cover how firms and in-house teams are approaching geopolitical and social issues, how to build the internal frameworks to respond with confidence, and how to weigh the risks of engagement against the risks of silence.
The panel will also explore the media perspective, how editors and journalists cover contested and sensitive topics, what they look for from organisations navigating difficult issues, and how communications teams can engage with the press effectively in high-stakes situations.
Speakers
Maria Ward-Brennan, Professional Services Editor, City AM
Dina Hudson, Lead Consultant (Disputes and Investigations) Byfield Consultancy
Chris Johnson, Director of Communications, HFW
Chair:
Leor Franks, Chief Commercial Officer, Kingsley Napley

PRCA Summer Social 2026
2026-07-08 18:00 - 23:00 (Europe/London) | Apex Temple Court Hotel, 1-2, Serjeant's Inn, Temple, London, EC4Y 1AG, United Kingdom
Join us for our annual PRCA summer social!
This year, we’re once again hosting a special Summer BBQ set in the beautiful courtyard of the Apex Temple Court Hotel.
As the sun sets over London, enjoy an evening with fellow PR professionals for networking, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and summer entertainment in this stunning venue.

MGT-318 Public Information in an All-Hazards Incident
2026-07-09 00:00 - 2026-07-10 23:59 (America/New_York) | College Station, TX, College Station, TX, United States
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.

UT Social Media Dynamics: A Crisis Response Simulation (online)
2026-07-09 00:00 - 2026-07-10 23:59 (America/New_York) | https://piocalendar.com/event/ut-social-media-dynamics-a-crisis-response-simulation-online/
This course is offered ONLINE via Zoom. Prior to the start date of the class, you will receive an email with the Zoom link. Invoice must be paid to receive link.
Hands-On Learning: Engage in realistic, fast-paced simulations that replicate real-world social media crises.
Master Crisis Management: Develop critical skills to effectively navigate and mitigate public relations challenges in digital spaces.
Real-Time Decision Making: Learn to think on your feet with live scenarios that test your strategic response under pressure.
Expert-Led Insights: Gain industry best practices from seasoned professionals in crisis communication and social media strategy.
Ideal for Professionals: Perfect for Public Information Officers, Social Media Managers, corporate communicators, and anyone navigating the digital landscape.

ND Public Information Officers Association (NDPIO) 2026 Training Conference
2026-07-13 00:00 - 2026-07-15 23:59 (America/North_Dakota/Center) | Bismarck State College National Energy Center of Excellence, 1200 Schafer St, Bismarck, ND, 58501, United States
The North Dakota Public Information Officer Association (NDPIO) invites communicators from across the region to attend the 2026 NDPIO Training Conference, a multi-day professional development opportunity focused on strengthening communication skills in today’s fast-paced public sector environment. (NDPIO) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit statewide organization, launched in 2022, dedicated to supporting government communicators. It serves professionals in local, state, tribal, and federal agencies, focusing on building trust through effective communication, networking, training, and emergency response.

FBI-LEEDA Media and Public Relations (MPR)
2026-07-13 00:00 - 2026-07-17 23:59 (America/New_York) | Pecos, Texas, Pecos, TX, United States
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.

FBI-LEEDA Master Public Information Officer (MPO)
2026-07-13 00:00 - 2026-07-17 23:59 (America/New_York) | Madison, Alabama, Madison, AL, United States
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.

L0105 Public Information Basics
2026-07-13 09:00 - 2026-07-15 16:00 (America/New_York) | Baltimore County Public Safety Building, Towson, Maryland, United States
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.

MPRC Across Maine Week: Brunch in Kittery
2026-07-13 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Lil’s Cafe, 7 Wallingford Sq, Kittery, ME, 03904, United States
The MPRC holds a number of events each year focused on the most pressing issues in public relations. From regular professional development seminars to the Annual Conference each fall, these events will present you with growth opportunities and new ways to develop your skills. Check our event calendar to see what’s coming up.

MPRC Across Maine Week: Happy Hour in Ogunquit
2026-07-13 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Jonathan’s Ogunquit, 92 Bourne Lne, Ogunquit, ME, 03907, United States

T-PUB4033: Texas Public Information Officer
2026-07-14 00:00 - 2026-07-16 23:59 (America/Chicago) | Angelo State University Emergency Operations Center, 2410 Vanderventer Ave, San Angelo, TX, 76909, United States

T-PUB4033: Texas Public Information Officer
2026-07-14 00:00 - 2026-07-16 23:59 (America/Chicago) | West Texas A&M University, 600 WTAMU Drive, Canyon, TX, 79016, United States

T-PUB4033: Texas Public Information Officer
2026-07-14 00:00 - 2026-07-16 23:59 (America/Chicago) | Texas A&M International University, 5201 University Blvd, Laredo, TX, United States

Correctional Communications Administrator
2026-07-14 00:00 - 2026-07-17 23:59 (America/New_York) | National Institute of Corrections (NIC) Corrections Academy, 11900 E. Cornell Ave, Aurora, CO, 80014, United States
The Correctional Communications Administrator (CCA) course aims to advance public safety by shaping and enhancing the practices of correctional communication staff through leadership, learning, and innovation.
Program Overview and History
The CCA course was developed in response to an observed need to provide more formalized training to develop, support, enhance, and expand the role of the correctional communications administrator. In the past, communications directors in prisons and those in similar roles in jails would meet separately for symposiums through the National Institute of Corrections. The new CCA curriculum was designed to align communications training between jail and prison CCAs to expand the knowledge and skill base available to those in the role.
LEADERSHIP FOCUS
NIC recognizes the important role of communication staff in the orderly operations of correctional agencies and the safety of staff, incarcerated individuals, and the public. The most successful agencies in corrections are those whose leadership masters a comprehensive agenda to address the expectations that stakeholders demand. Consistency, transparency, and the ability to communicate an agency’s mission effectively inside and outside the organization is paramount. During this course, we will concentrate on the prominence of this leadership role and the knowledge and skills needed to effectively communicate on behalf of a corrections organization.
PROGRAM DELIVERY
The CCA course incorporates a variety of instructional strategies, including lectures, small group work, and individual activities.

MPRC Across Maine Week: Lunch in Saco
2026-07-14 11:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Run of The Mill, Saco, ME, 100 Main Street, Saco, ME, 04072, United States

MPRC Across Maine Week: Happy Hour in Portland
2026-07-14 16:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Andy’s Old Port Pub, Portland, ME, 94 Commercial Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States

PER-343 Social Media Engagement Strategies
2026-07-15 00:00 - 23:59 (America/New_York) | Springfield, IL, Springfield, IL, United States
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).
The course will supplement and build upon NDPTC’s existing FEMA-certified performance-level course entitled “Social Media Platforms in Disaster Management” (PER-304-W) by providing social media strategies for engaging the public during disaster events.

MGT-318 Public Information in an All-Hazards Incident
2026-07-15 00:00 - 2026-07-16 23:59 (America/New_York) | Largo, FL, Largo, FL, United States

MGT-467 Sport and Special Event Public Information and Emergency Notification
2026-07-15 00:00 - 2026-07-16 23:59 (America/New_York) | Lexington, Kentucky, Lexington, KY, United States
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.

PRINZ: PassTheMic: Amplifying Voices that Need to Be Heard Webinar
2026-07-15 12:00 - 13:00 (Africa/Abidjan)
On Wednesday 15 July, 12–1pm, PRINZ is partnering with Belong Aotearoa for a member webinar exploring one of the most important questions facing communications professionals right now: how do we help ethnically diverse communities get heard?
Belong Aotearoa is a national organisation working to strengthen belonging and social cohesion across Aotearoa New Zealand. Their flagship storytelling initiative, PassTheMic, amplifies the voices of migrant and refugee-background communities.
At a time when anti-migrant sentiment is becoming more visible in our public discourse, you’ll hear directly from Angela Wilton, CEO of Belong Aotearoa with insights into this incredible audience and community. This is information you won’t get from anyone else and is gold for communicators targeting these audiences.
Also included is a facilitated discussion, led by Avalon Communication’s Lee Cowan, on how storytelling can shift public narratives on migration, diversity, and belonging. Your insights could directly inform the next iteration of PassTheMic — a nationally significant campaign that needs the kind of strategic thinking our members do every day.

Advanced Social Media Practices for First Responders
2026-07-15 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | https://piocalendar.com/event/advanced-social-media-practices-for-first-responders-2/
*This course is approved for State 911 Department credits in Massachusetts*
Is your agency’s social media stale or just not connecting to the people you serve? Are you ready to share important information in an engaging way? This course will focus on telling your agency’s story honestly through social media. In Advanced Social Media for First Responders you will learn what content to emphasize, what to avoid, and how graphics and photos can make your mission stand out – all without resorting to gimmicks.
Retired Pensacola (FL) Police Captain Stephen Davis will share his expertise that led to his department’s rapid ascension into being one of the most highly touted social media programs in law enforcement. Over the span of four years, Capt. Davis advanced the Pensacola Police Department’s social media presence 800%, won multiple awards, and was covered by national news organizations.
Completing this course will teach you:
How the words and content you choose can build relationships​
How to manage interactions​
How to use photos and graphics for effect​
Tools to make you a better storyteller​
This course is for First responder social media managers wanting to build a solid brand foundation from their existing program, established managers who want to realize their social media’s full potential, and any chief, supervisor, or leader who may be wary of social media and its benefits.

NAGC Webinar: Music Licensing and Rights Compliance: What Every Government Communications Team Needs to Know
2026-07-15 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | https://piocalendar.com/event/nagc-webinar-music-licensing-and-rights-compliance-what-every-government-communications-team-needs-to-know/
Government communications teams are production more public-facing content than ever: social media, PSAs, tourism reels, council streams, recruitment campaigns, and broadcast productions. But most agencies don’t realize that institutional use of music carries a fundamentally different legal exposure than personal use.
Meet Your Speakers:
Ryan Neill
CEO
PrimalHouse Media Group
Ryan Neill is Co-Owner and Chief Executive Officer of PrimalHouse Media Group, bringing over 25 years of experience in music supervision and music licensing. As CEO, Ryan oversees company strategy, licensing standards, and compliance practices for institutional, government, and commercial clients. He works closely with media, legal, and procurement teams to ensure music usage aligns with copyright requirements, platform rules, and organizational risk tolerance. Ryan‘s background in music supervision brings a practical, compliance-aware approach to creative decision-making, balancing artistic goals with defensible licensing, documentation, and long-term use considerations.
Levon Broussalian
VP Business Affairs
PrimalHouse Media Group
Levon Broussalian leads music supervision, licensing, and rights clearance for institutional and commercial clients, ensuring music usage aligns with internal policies, legal standards, and platform requirements. He oversees contract review, rights analysis, and negotiation across recording, publishing, and synchronization, helping organizations manage copyright risk and maintain compliance. With a strong creative background, Levon brings a practical, compliance-aware approach to music supervision, balancing creative objectives with defensible licensing, documentation, and long-term use considerations.
Jane Burke
Music Supervisor
PrimalHouse Media Group
Jane Burke is a skilled music supervisor at PrimalHouse Media Group with a deep knowledge of licensing, rights clearance, and copyright compliance for institutional and government clients. Jane works closely with government communications teams, public agencies, and educational institutions to identify music that serves their content goals while ensuring all usage aligns with copyright requirements, platform policies, and organizational risk standards. She brings a practical and compliance-aware approach to every project, helping institutions move from creative intention to defensible, fully licensed execution. Jane’s experience spans social media content, public service announcements, recruitment campaigns, and digital media productions, making her a trusted resource for communications teams navigating the music licensing landscape

3CMA Webinar: Part Two: Get Found by AI: Generative Engine Optimization for Local Government Communicators
2026-07-15 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | https://piocalendar.com/event/3cma-webinar-part-two-get-found-by-ai-generative-engine-optimization-for-local-government-communicators/
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.
In 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.

MPRC Across Maine Week: Happy Hour in Bangor
2026-07-15 16:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | The Sea Dog, Bangor, Maine, 26 Front Street, Bangor, ME, 04401, United States

Crisis Response in the Public Eye: Considerations for PIOs
2026-07-16 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
We are excited to welcome Lauren Brogdon, Partner and Chair of the Crisis Management Practice Group at Haynes Boone, for a timely discussion on crisis communications, legal considerations, and organizational risk during high-profile incidents.
This session is open to PIOs, emergency managers, communications professionals, public safety partners, and regional response agencies.
