Doing Nothing Doesn’t Help a Crisis

There is no magic wand to make a crisis disappear. Of course, individuals and organizations wish there was, but the reality is that crisis mitigation usually takes time and careful planning.

Unfortunately, individuals and organizations often don’t want to take any action, even after a crisis communications plan has been created. Instead, they hope that maintaining the status quo will make the problem go away.

Here are a few things to keep in mind as you experience a crisis:

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How to Prepare for Protests at Your Municipal Meeting

INTRODUCTION

Municipalities host many public meetings each year. While most happen without an incident, sometimes external factors like protests can create challenging situations. Being prepared, especially via communication, is essential.

Here are ways to prepare for protests at your municipal meeting.

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