Do you have an emergency communications plan?

In a crisis, effective government communications is more important than ever. From natural disasters to data breaches, government is often the primary source of information the public relies on for critical safety and security details.

All levels of government should properly prepare an emergency communications plan. Watch this on-demand webinar to learn communications tips from experts who have dealt with catastrophes from hurricanes to global health epidemics.

Our expert speakers shared:

  • What to communicate before, during and after an emergency.
  • The importance of being the single, trusted source of information.
  • How proper planning can help you avoid the most common mistakes.
 

SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

Britney Smith
Public Information and Communication Manager
Leon County, Florida

Smith and her colleagues at Leon County have worked hard to bring their emergency preparedness coordination to the next level. The county stayed connected with residents during times of emergency by sending over 1 million email notifications, significantly increasing the number of informed and prepared residents.

Kelly Holton
Health Communications Specialist
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

During the 2016-2017 emergency response to Zika, the CDC launched an interactive text messaging campaign to reach out to international travelers about risk and prevention strategies.

Shelly Klein
Customer Service Technologies Administrator
Hurst, Texas

Kara McKinney
Public Information Officer
Hurst, Texas

Last year, the City of Hurst launched the “Where We Live” mobile app, which has grown into a must-have tool for city information. The app has enabled citizens to be more engaged and connect with the city — from submitting requests for street repairs, to gaining access to citywide events calendar.