Communicating During Global Emergencies

In collaboration with the Rollins School of Public Health and the CDC's Division of Global Health Protection, Emergency Response, and Recovery Branch, this course introduces basic concepts and principles of communicating during a global crisis or emergency. It explores why communication during an emergency is different and the importance of adapting emergency messages to the needs of affected populations. Through sample scenarios, you will get the opportunity to identify information needs and develop useful messages using six guiding principles to help you communicate effectively and promote behaviors that reduce health risks during an emergency

• Identify information needs through sample scenarios
• Develop effective messages using guiding principles
• Promote behaviors that reduce health risks during emergencies

• Basic familiarity with the topic and common terminology
• Readiness to practice through applied exercises or case-based work