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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-72/
LOCATION:Dutchess\, NY\, Dutchess\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/FEMA-L0105.webp
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DTSTAMP:20260710T203735Z
CREATED:20260706T155917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T203735Z
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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-e-l0388-advanced-public-information-officer-4/
LOCATION:Renton\, WA\, Renton\, WA\, 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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270408T235959
DTSTAMP:20260416T134631Z
CREATED:20260416T134621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T134631Z
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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-51/
LOCATION:Waxahachie\, TX\, Waxahachie\, 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:20270407T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270409T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T202918Z
CREATED:20260703T202918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T202918Z
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SUMMARY:24th PRO PR Conference
DESCRIPTION:The international PRO PR (Professional Public Relations) Conference has the mission of connecting experts who are part of the public relations industry\, as well as those involved in the integrated communication process. \nIn our mission\, we connect\, educate\, and create new values so that public relations professionals\, who operate as part of management\, can continue to build and preserve reputation – one of the key elements to success in this field. Reputation cannot be bought; it must be earned. It is the result of a process driven by vision\, strategy\, implementation\, individuals\, and teams who\, through their daily work and dedication\, contribute to the reputation and positioning of their institutions\, companies\, and brands using various public relations techniques and tools. \nThe 23rd edition of the international PRO PR Conference continues this mission\, gathering professionals from across the region and the world in pursuit of communication excellence.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/24th-pro-pr-conference/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton\, Ljubljana\, Dunajska c. 154\, Ljubljana\, 1000\, Slovenia
CATEGORIES:Conference
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/PROPR-24th_1920x1080_small-scaled-1.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270412T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270416T235959
DTSTAMP:20260601T120646Z
CREATED:20260601T120629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T120646Z
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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/fbi-leeda-media-and-public-relations-mpr-16/
LOCATION:Rosemont\, IL\, Rosemont\, IL\, 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:20270412T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270416T235959
DTSTAMP:20260423T190607Z
CREATED:20260423T190607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T190607Z
UID:10000701-1807488000-1807919999@piocalendar.com
SUMMARY:FBI-LEEDA Master Public Information Officer (MPO)
DESCRIPTION:Building on the FBI-LEEDA Media & Public Relations course\, the Master Public Information Officer (MPO) course is a four-and-a-half-day seminar that elevates participants from tactical to strategic media and brand management. Students will study the business model of media engagement\, thoroughly explore brand image cultivation through internal and external communications and learn how to\nproactively pitch stories in today’s 24/7 news environment.\nCourse Topics Include:\nCultivating and refining brand image\nInternal and external communications strategies\nProactively pitching stories\nBusiness model of media engagement\nCrisis management planning\nInteractive tabletop exercises\nProducing high-quality video for social media \nPrerequisite: This class builds on concepts learned in the FBI-LEEDA Media and Public Relations class; therefore\, students must have completed the MPR\nclass prior to enrolling in the MPO class.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/fbi-leeda-master-public-information-officer-mpo-27/
LOCATION:Isle of Palms (SC) Police Department\, 30 JC Long Blvd\, Isle of Palms\, SC\, 29541\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FBILEEDA-MPIO.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="FBI-LEEDA":MAILTO:Training@fbileeda.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270414T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270416T235959
DTSTAMP:20260707T182015Z
CREATED:20260707T182015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T182015Z
UID:10000927-1807660800-1807919999@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-65/
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:20270419T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270421T235959
DTSTAMP:20260707T182118Z
CREATED:20260707T182118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T182118Z
UID:10000928-1808092800-1808351999@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-66/
LOCATION:Forsyth\, GA\, Forsyth\, GA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/FEMA-L0105.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270419T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270423T235959
DTSTAMP:20260413T173247Z
CREATED:20260413T173247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T173247Z
UID:10000645-1808092800-1808524799@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-11/
LOCATION:Roanoke\, TX\, Roanoke\, 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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270419T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270423T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T131105Z
CREATED:20260602T131045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T131105Z
UID:10000820-1808092800-1808524799@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-e-l0388-advanced-public-information-officer-2/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270420T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270421T235959
DTSTAMP:20260416T134734Z
CREATED:20260416T134724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T134734Z
UID:10000676-1808179200-1808351999@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-52/
LOCATION:Fort Stockton\, TX\, Fort Stockton\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/TEEX.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270426T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270430T235959
DTSTAMP:20260601T121351Z
CREATED:20260601T121330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T121351Z
UID:10000811-1808697600-1809129599@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.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/fbi-leeda-master-public-information-officer-mpo-28/
LOCATION:Southington\, CT\, Southington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FBILEEDA-MPIO.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="FBI-LEEDA":MAILTO:Training@fbileeda.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270428T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270429T235959
DTSTAMP:20260620T211806Z
CREATED:20260620T211806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T211806Z
UID:10000854-1808870400-1809043199@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-61/
LOCATION:Eau Claire\, WI\, Eau Claire\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/TEEX.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270503T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270507T235959
DTSTAMP:20260601T120817Z
CREATED:20260601T120759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T120817Z
UID:10000809-1809302400-1809734399@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-17/
LOCATION:Independence\, MO\, Independence\, 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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270504T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270505T235959
DTSTAMP:20260416T134840Z
CREATED:20260416T134829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T134840Z
UID:10000677-1809388800-1809561599@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-53/
LOCATION:Crowell\, TX\, Crowell\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/TEEX.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270504T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270506T235959
DTSTAMP:20260719T204155Z
CREATED:20260719T204155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260719T204155Z
UID:10000962-1809388800-1809647999@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-73/
LOCATION:N. Chesterfield\, VA\, N. Chesterfield\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/FEMA-L0105.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270510T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270514T235959
DTSTAMP:20260601T121457Z
CREATED:20260601T121441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T121457Z
UID:10000812-1809907200-1810339199@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.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/fbi-leeda-master-public-information-officer-mpo-29/
LOCATION:Titusville\, FL\, Titusville\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FBILEEDA-MPIO.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="FBI-LEEDA":MAILTO:Training@fbileeda.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270517T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270521T235959
DTSTAMP:20260413T173348Z
CREATED:20260413T173348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T173348Z
UID:10000646-1810512000-1810943999@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-12/
LOCATION:Jersey Village\, TX\, Jersey Village\, 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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270517T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270521T235959
DTSTAMP:20260710T203835Z
CREATED:20260706T160355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T203835Z
UID:10000911-1810512000-1810943999@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-e-l0388-advanced-public-information-officer-5/
LOCATION:Radford\, VA\, Radford\, VA\, 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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270519T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270521T235959
DTSTAMP:20260722T004604Z
CREATED:20260722T004553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T004604Z
UID:10000966-1810684800-1810943999@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-75/
LOCATION:Marysville\, OH\, Marysville\, OH\, 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:20270524T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270528T235959
DTSTAMP:20260601T121010Z
CREATED:20260601T120950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T121010Z
UID:10000810-1811116800-1811548799@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-18/
LOCATION:Lavonia\, GA\, Lavonia\, GA\, 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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270525T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270526T235959
DTSTAMP:20260416T134938Z
CREATED:20260416T134929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T134938Z
UID:10000678-1811203200-1811375999@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-54/
LOCATION:Salem\, OR\, Salem\, OR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/TEEX.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270602T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270604T235959
DTSTAMP:20260330T191654Z
CREATED:20260214T180811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T191654Z
UID:10000279-1811894400-1812153599@piocalendar.com
SUMMARY:Save the Date: 2027 TAMIO Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/2027-tamio-annual-conference/
LOCATION:The Woodlands Resort\, 2301 N. Millbend Drive\, The Woodlands\, TX\, 77380\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270603T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270607T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T201151Z
CREATED:20260703T201151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T201151Z
UID:10000893-1811980800-1812412799@piocalendar.com
SUMMARY:Save the Date - ICA Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:2027 International Communication Association Annual Conference \nSave the Date \n3-7 June 2027 \nCrowne Plaza Glasgow Hotel and Scottish Event Campus
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/save-the-date-ica-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Glasgow Hotel and Scottish Event Campus\, Congress Road\, Glasgow\, G3 8QT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="International Communication Association (ICA)":MAILTO:membership@icahdq.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270607T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270610T235959
DTSTAMP:20260711T234503Z
CREATED:20260316T152958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260711T234503Z
UID:10000584-1812326400-1812671999@piocalendar.com
SUMMARY:FY2027 FEMA Executive Public Information Officer Week 2
DESCRIPTION:**Tentative dates – subject to change\n\n\n\n\n\nE0393: Executive Public Information Management\n\n\n\nClassroom Delivery\nResident (E)\, Virtual (K) \n\n\nPrerequisites\nSelection to EPIO Program \n\n\n\n\nCreate an environment that supports behavioral and mental health.\nSupport further professionalization and credibility of the public information field.\n\n\nCourse Length\n4 days (32 hours)
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/fy2027-fema-executive-public-information-officer-week-2/
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-EPIO.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU)":MAILTO:netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270607T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270611T235959
DTSTAMP:20260707T182152Z
CREATED:20260703T141219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T182152Z
UID:10000878-1812326400-1812758399@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-basics-3/
LOCATION:https://piocalendar.com/event/k0105-public-information-basics-3/
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/FEMA-K0105.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University (NDEMU)":MAILTO:netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270607T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270611T235959
DTSTAMP:20260710T203921Z
CREATED:20260706T160648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T203921Z
UID:10000912-1812326400-1812758399@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-e-l0388-advanced-public-information-officer-6/
LOCATION:Edina\, MN\, Edina\, MN\, 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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270607T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270611T235959
DTSTAMP:20260722T160929Z
CREATED:20260722T160929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T160929Z
UID:10000973-1812326400-1812758399@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.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/fbi-leeda-master-public-information-officer-mpo-36/
LOCATION:Rio Rancho\, NM\, Rio Rancho\, NM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FBILEEDA-MPIO.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="FBI-LEEDA":MAILTO:Training@fbileeda.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270614T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270616T235959
DTSTAMP:20260707T182303Z
CREATED:20260707T182303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T182303Z
UID:10000929-1812931200-1813190399@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-67/
LOCATION:Forsyth\, GA\, Forsyth\, GA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/FEMA-L0105.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270614T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270618T235959
DTSTAMP:20260601T121633Z
CREATED:20260601T121616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T121633Z
UID:10000813-1812931200-1813363199@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.
URL:https://piocalendar.com/event/fbi-leeda-master-public-information-officer-mpo-30/
LOCATION:Bloomfield Hills\, MI\, Bloomfield Hills\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://piocalendar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FBILEEDA-MPIO.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="FBI-LEEDA":MAILTO:Training@fbileeda.org
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