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Corrections Today: First 90 Days, First Impressions: The Corrections Communicator’s Role During Leadership Transitions
Read more: Corrections Today: First 90 Days, First Impressions: The Corrections Communicator’s Role During Leadership TransitionsAvailable to ACA Members: With 39 gubernatorial elections scheduled across the United States in 2026, correctional agencies nationwide may soon experience significant leadership turnover among commissioners, directors and secretaries. Leadership transitions are more than operational changes. They are defining communication moments that shape staff confidence, organizational culture and public trust. Please leave this field empty Don’t miss future posts! We don’t spam! Read more in our privacy policy Check your…
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PDR Strategies Launches The PIO Calendar, a Free National Resource for Public Information Officer Training and Conferences
Read more: PDR Strategies Launches The PIO Calendar, a Free National Resource for Public Information Officer Training and ConferencesConcord, NH — PDR Strategies has launched The PIO Calendar (https://piocalendar.com), a free, centralized online resource designed to help public information officers (PIOs) and public-sector communicators find training, conferences, and professional development opportunities in one place. The PIO Calendar currently includes nearly 200 training events and conferences from organizations across the United States, representing federal, state, local, academic, nonprofit, and professional associations. The site is searchable and filterable, allowing users…
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Corrections1: Facility disturbances: Communicating in chaos
Read more: Corrections1: Facility disturbances: Communicating in chaosHow correctional leaders can manage rumors, reassure the public and maintain trust when facility disturbances unfold in real time Editor’s note: This article is the third installment in the Words Matter Series: Critical Messaging in Corrections, a multi-part look at how correctional agencies communicate during their toughest moments. The first two articles examined communication during line-of-duty deaths and inmate deaths — moments that test a leader’s compassion. This installment shifts…
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Closing the Year Focused on the Future of Corrections Communication
Read more: Closing the Year Focused on the Future of Corrections CommunicationAs the year comes to a close, I want to thank you for being part of the Corrections Communicated community. Corrections professionals operate in one of the most complex and scrutinized environments in public service. This year once again showed how quickly incidents can escalate and how much impact communication has on safety, trust, and understanding both inside the walls and beyond them. Corrections Communicated was built to support the…
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Corrections1: Inmate deaths and in-custody fatalities: Communicating with transparency and compassion
Read more: Corrections1: Inmate deaths and in-custody fatalities: Communicating with transparency and compassionHow correctional leaders can address inmate deaths with honesty, compassion and timely communication that builds trust Editor’s note: This article is the second in a series titled “Words Matter Series: Critical Messaging in Corrections,” which takes a multi-part look at how correctional agencies communicate during their toughest moments. From officer injuries to inmate deaths, disturbances, misconduct and internal communication, the words leaders choose can either build trust and safety or…
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Corrections Communicated Surpasses 1,000 Unique Visitors and Sets New Monthly Record
Read more: Corrections Communicated Surpasses 1,000 Unique Visitors and Sets New Monthly RecordConcord, NH — Corrections Communicated, a national platform powered by PDR Strategies and dedicated to strengthening public information and communications in the field of corrections, achieved new audience milestones in October 2025—marking its most active month since launch in June 2025. The site recorded over 735 visits during the month—its busiest yet—and officially surpassed 1,000 unique visitors overall. The growth highlights increasing engagement from professionals across corrections who are seeking…
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Corrections1: Officer injuries and line-of-duty deaths: Communicating with compassion and clarity
Read more: Corrections1: Officer injuries and line-of-duty deaths: Communicating with compassion and clarityMost agencies have detailed tactical protocols for responding to assaults and emergencies; fewer have communication protocols that are just as deliberate Editor’s note: This article is the first in a series titled “Words Matter Series: Critical Messaging in Corrections,” which takes a multi-part look at how correctional agencies communicate during their toughest moments. From officer injuries to inmate deaths, disturbances, misconduct and internal communication, the words leaders choose can either…
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Corrections Communicated Featured on Corrections Unfiltered Podcast
Read more: Corrections Communicated Featured on Corrections Unfiltered PodcastCorrections Communicated was recently featured on the Corrections Unfiltered podcast with hosts Pete, Rick, Chris, and Charlie — four seasoned corrections executives who are creating space for real conversations about the profession. In this episode, we discussed the mission of Corrections Communicated, the unique challenges of corrections communications, and the practical tools and resources available to agencies nationwide. It was a fun and meaningful conversation about where “corrections meets conversation.”…
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Corrections1: How to start a PIO program in your corrections agency
Read more: Corrections1: How to start a PIO program in your corrections agencyEstablishing a PIO program is achievable for any corrections agency. Here’s how to structure the role, set protocols and build lasting communication practices. In today’s high-stakes environment, corrections agencies cannot afford to be silent, slow or scattered when it comes to communication. From use-of-force incidents and in-custody deaths to staffing shortages, escapes, contraband smuggling and legislative scrutiny, corrections professionals are increasingly finding themselves in the public spotlight — sometimes by…
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Corrections1: Why every corrections agency needs a public information officer and strategic communications plan
Read more: Corrections1: Why every corrections agency needs a public information officer and strategic communications planFrom crisis response to staff morale, strong communication is no longer optional — it’s essential for operational success In today’s high-stakes environment, corrections agencies cannot afford to be silent, slow or scattered when it comes to communication. From use-of-force incidents and in-custody deaths to staffing shortages, escapes, contraband smuggling and legislative scrutiny, corrections professionals are increasingly finding themselves in the public spotlight — sometimes by choice, more often by necessity.
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