2026 Emergency Communications Academy

The Emergency Communications Academy, brought to you by Cal OES and CAPIO, is a unique, hands-on training academy designed for communications professionals from across the state. It focuses on teaching effective, cutting-edge risk and crisis communication tactics and strategies, drawing lessons from real-world events. This two-day academy features robust training and presentations, including a field trip to California's state emergency operations center for hands-on experiences. Public safety experts from federal, state, and local government agencies such as FEMA, Cal OES, and CAL FIRE teach the academy, which is designed for public information professionals seeking to expand their knowledge and skills to handle the unique complexities of crises like natural and manmade disasters. Day 1 is held at the Marriott in Rancho Cordova, CA, and Day 2 at the Cal OES headquarters in Mather, CA.