Resources for COVID-19

As COVID-19 presents new challenges for communication professionals, we have compiled a collection of local and national resources to assist during this time. This collection includes online learning tools, informative research and communications tips. 

News and Updates: 

• Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 
• Rolling Updates on Coronavirus Disease – World Health Organization
• Coronavirus Global Coverage Dashboard – Cision 
• COVID-19 and the Global Media Landscape: A Global Media and News Tracker from Nexis Newsdesk™ – Lexis Nexis 
• Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information – City of Orlando 
• Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information – Orange County Government 

Free On-Demand Webinars: 

• Responding to COVID-19: CARES Federal Stimulus Act Review Hosted by Mayor Dyer – Orlando Economic Partnership
• COVID-19: Keeping Employees at the Center of Your Crisis Communications Plan – PRSA 
• How to Write During COVID-19 – PRSA 
• Online Music Therapy for Relaxation – Central Florida Community Arts
• External Communications During COVID-19 – PRSA
• Internal Communications During COVID-19 – PRSA
• Digital Communications During COVID-19 – PRSA

Virtual Events and Live Webinars: 

• March 27 – May 15: Hire Day Orlando Virtual Job Fair – Orlando Jobs 
• May 6: Webinar – The New Temporary Normal During COVID-19 #ShelterInPlace – #WorkFromHome – PRSA
• May 14: Moving Veterans Forward Career Fair – PRSA

Articles and More: 

• PRSA: How to Be a Strong Leader During This Global Pandemic
• Edelman: 2020 Edelman Trust Barometer Special Report: Trust and the Coronavirus
• The Verge: How to look your best on a video call
• PRSay: What You Need to Know About Economic Assistance for Small Businesses Hit by the Coronavirus Shutdown
• Fast Company: Science-backed tips for settling into your new work-from-home routine
• Digital Trends: Psychologists say using emojis is more important than ever right now. Seriously
• PRSay: How to Maintain Relationships With Journalists During the Pandemic
• Orlando Sentinel: List of Central Florida restaurants open for delivery and takeout during coronavirus shutdown

You can also find helpful resources on PRSA’s Crisis Communications Resources page.