Michael Adkinson, acting chair for the FirstNet Authority Board, recently appointed APCO International Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Stephen Devine as a member of the Executive Committee (EC) of the Public Safety Advisory Committee (PSAC). Devine brings 40 years of experience in public safety communications spanning from spectrum management, dispatch operations and Project 25 technologies.
Your Input Is Needed: Sleep and Shift Scheduling Survey for 9-1-1 Telecommunicators
We invite you to take part in a brief survey exploring sleep, shift schedules and overall well-being among 9-1-1 telecommunicators. Your input is vital in helping researchers understand how work schedules affect telecommunicator health and in shaping future resources to support the 9-1-1 workforce and their families. This survey will take approximately 20-30 minutes to complete, and responses will remain anonymous. Data will be used for research purposes only.
Upcoming Webinars
- Adding New Technology Without Adding Extra Burden: How AI Reduces Cognitive Load During 9-1-1 Call Taking
March 18, 2026 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET - Using Satellite Spectrum for Public Safety
March 25, 2026 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET - The Great CJIS Divide: How IT and Public Safety Can Build a Real Partnership
April 8, 2026 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
Free for members; $59 for non-members | Worth 1 CDE
APCO Scholarship Program Is Open
Are you an APCO member looking to advance your career with APCO Institute training but need financial assistance? APCO scholarships are available exclusively for APCO members and can be used for APCO Institute courses and leadership programs.
Key deadlines:
- General Scholarships: Applications due by April 1
- RPL Scholarships: CLOSED
- CPE Scholarships: CLOSED
Nominations Are Open for ECC and Technology Leadership Awards
The APCO awards honor the everyday heroes in emergency communications, as well as ECCs that exemplify technological excellence. The deadline to submit your nomination is April 1. All award winners will be honored at APCO 2026, August 2-5, in San Antonio, Texas.
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APCO Seeks Comments on Candidate National Training Standard Core Competencies and Minimum Training Standards for Public Safety Communications Training Officers (CTOs)
The CTO standard recognizes the critical importance of the training officer role within an emergency communications center (ECC).
APCO Announces Final Approval and Publication of Two Training Standards
The Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) International is proud to announce final approval of APCO ANS 3.106.3-2026 Core Competencies and Minimum Training Standards for Public Safety Communications Quality Assurance Evaluators (QAE) on January 20 and APCO ANS 3.104.3-2026 Core Competencies and Minimum Training Standards for Public Safety Communications Training Coordinator on January 27.
APCO Seeks Comments on Candidate National Operational Standard Minimum Technical Requirements for Remote Support to Emergency Communications Centers (ECCs)
The remote support standard outlines the essential technical and operational requirements for personnel working from a remote location.
APCO Hosts Wellness & Workforce Summit
On February 18-19, 2026, APCO hosted the Wellness & Workforce Summit, an event that built on previous wellness and staffing summits to advance the conversation around workforce sustainability in public safety communications. Over 175 attendees gathered for two full days of education, emotional discussions, technology demonstrations and collaboration.
APCO International Announces Recipients of the 9-1-1 Impact Awards
APCO International announces the recipients of the 2026 9-1-1 Impact Awards, who will be honored during an awards reception in Washington, D.C. The 9-1-1 Impact Awards provide a unique opportunity to recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to public safety communications while celebrating the collective achievements of our community.
