Question 1

Who should attend?

Accepted Answer

Public information officers, external affairs officers, communications officers, emergency preparedness coordinators, epidemiologists, health care providers and others who help design, prepare and deliver public information during public health emergencies.

Question 2

Is this a course where I can just "listen in"?

Accepted Answer

We're all busy, we get it. It's tempting to listen in while multi-tasking. Why wouldn't you want to do that here? The course is designed to help you do quality work, if you engage fully and bring current writing projects. Also, science says multi-tasking isn't as effective as we think it is.  ;)

Question 3

Is there a fee for the course?

Accepted Answer

The course is free to attendees. The only cost is a few hours of your time.

Question 4

Will this workshop be offered at another date/time?

Accepted Answer

This is the second of two workshops. If June 24th session doesn't work for you, we did post a session for May 28. If that date has not yet passed, please consider registering for that session.

Question 5

How many slots are available?

Accepted Answer

Each workshop accommodates 25 participants.

Question 6

Who can I contact if I need an accommodation?

Accepted Answer

Please contact Jamie Bash, OHA-HSPR's Crisis and Emergency Risk Communication Analyst. You may reach her at 503-754-3190 or email jamie.p.bash@oha.oregon.gov. Please include 'Accommodation Needed' in the subject line.  Please let us know early as it increases our ability to meet your need.

Question 7

Why is OHA-HSPR offering this workshop?

Accepted Answer

Communities have said that emergency alerts and warnings are hard to understand and act on. Public health and emergency management want to do better. Often though, they've indicated they have a lack training or practice to make their communication clearer.

Question 8

Who is The Next Door?

Accepted Answer

For over 50 years, The Next Door Inc. has sought to create supportive communities where all children and families are safe, healthy and valued. In support of promoting a culture of belonging, the organization assists organizations in building capacity for plain language among their other services.

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