Disaster Risk Reduction Information Systems: Managing Media Relations, Public Awareness and Communication for Emergency Preparedness and Response

Disaster Managers have the challenge of focusing on their work and often neglecting the role of the media. Media practitioners often report on disasters with very little or background or experience in the field. This often leads to distorted reporting. This training focuses mainly on how to be proactive and manage DRR communications, as well as relations with the media. It also enables media practitioners to understand disasters better and how to report on them by working with experts in the field.

ABOUT THE COURSE

This course will cover the importance of media relations in emergencies as well as the coordination and capacity building mechanisms in media relations (e.g. working committees, media trainings, social media). It will also give insight to participants on how best to incorporate the ubiquitous presence of media to the advantage of the disaster team; how to give an effective interview; how and where to establish a media center; and the importance of sensing what will make the strongest visual or textual impact.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

The aim of the course is to bridge the gap between disaster managers and media officials before, during and after disasters. It also aims at identifying key issues in establishing good coordination and efficient flow of information from government and other stakeholders sources for media during emergencies.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This training is meant for practitioners, decision and policy makers working in emergency and disaster management, volunteers and staff working with organizations tasked with communications and external relations. This includes individuals working with government institutions, NGOs the UN, intergovernmental bodies and the private sector. Students and young professionals who would like to increase their knowledge in the field are also welcome.

TRAINING FEE

The course fee of $800 per participant covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, lunch, and study visits.

All participants will additionally cater for their travel expenses, accommodation, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses. Accommodation and shuttle services can be arranged upon request. Gravitazz will also provide invitation letters for the trainings should it be necessary.

HOW TO REGISTER

In order to register please contact Mr Maurice Kande at maurice@gravitazzcontinental.com or info@gravitazzcontinental.com

Or please use our Online Registration Form at http://gravitazzinstitute.com/registration/online-registration-form/ 

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: 26 JUNE 2017