Category: The Comms Post
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Internal Comms First: Why Your Staff Should Never Learn from the News
In corrections, information moves fast — and not always through the right channels. When an incident occurs and the media is briefed before your own staff, you don’t just have Read more
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Foundational Training & Lifelong Learning: Why Professional Development Matters in Corrections Communications
Public information in a corrections setting is not just about issuing statements. It’s about trust, timing, tone — and making critical decisions under pressure. Yet many corrections departments assign communications Read more
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Communicating Use-of-Force Incidents with Clarity, Consistency, and Control
Use-of-force (UOF) incidents are among the most scrutinized and sensitive events in any correctional setting. Whether it’s a hands-on restraint or deployment of chemical agents, these situations demand a communications Read more
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Getting Ahead of the Headlines: Proactive Media Strategies for Correctional Facilities
In corrections, we often find ourselves responding to the media only after something has gone wrong — a use-of-force incident, a contraband bust, a facility lockdown. By that point, the Read more
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Why Every Corrections Department Needs a PIO and a Strategic Communications Plan
Corrections professionals know that safety, security, and accountability are non-negotiables in their daily work. But there’s one critical function that too many departments still overlook — strategic communication. In today’s Read more