The FBI, CISA, NSA, CSE, AFP and ACSC have released a joint cybersecurity advisory.
APCO 2025 Call for Speakers Is Open!
APCO International invites thought leaders and industry experts in emergency communications to submit session ideas for APCO’s Annual Conference & Expo taking place July 27-30, 2025, in Baltimore, MD.
For Those Affected by Recent Hurricanes
Our thoughts are with those impacted by the recent hurricanes. In the wake of these storms, many are in urgent need of assistance. If you need support, APCO’s Sunshine Fund distributes critical financial support to members who are experiencing hardships. Get more information about how to apply for a Sunshine Fund grant.
We are always accepting donations to the Sunshine Fund to aid those impacted by life-altering events and disasters such as this one. Donate now at apcointl.org/sunshine.
Update: Application Deadline for CPE Class 18 Extended Through October 29
Due to recent weather impacts in the southern region, the application deadline for APCO’s Certified Public-Safety Executive (CPE) Program Class 18 has been extended to October 29 for the program which begins in January. The focus of the CPE Program is to develop the skills and expertise of emergency communications managers, supervisors, agency executives and others leading the way into the future of emergency communications.
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November 12, 2024 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
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October 31, 2024 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
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I think the best part was just being around a huge group of folks in 9-1-1 that weren’t working. I have never had a chance to just sit and talk shop without being in my dispatch center.
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Young Professional Spotlight: Trae Maeder, Lee County Port Authority (Fla.)
The APCO Young Professionals Committee is proud to announce Trae Maeder as this quarter’s Young Professional Spotlight. Hailing from Florida, Trae has worked in several different roles of 9-1-1 dispatching and contributed his knowledge to multiple committees and organizations over his nine years of service.
Cyber Serious
Global public safety communication systems have increasingly become cyberattack targets and the threat is growing. These cyberattacks can adversely affect citizens who may be cut off from immediate emergency assistance or first responders who may be left without the proper information, communications and support they need to do their jobs and stay safe.
Teammates-in-Action: Britt Whitmire
This date of a notable action by Whitmire given of 2/23/2024 only comes to mind because it is the most recent date that Britt Whitmire worked overtime. That within itself may not sound special or unique.
Thank You to Our Partners
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