Breakthrough Communications

 ** CAPALC Member Benefit only **

In partnership with Breakthrough Communications, we can offer our members access to a broad range of general topics that are open to all CALC's (County Association of Local Council's) so are not area specific.   Once you have booked your place direct with Breakthrough Communications, you will receive confirmation from them, and then CAPALC will invoice your Council.


More information about the courses can be found here.

Upcoming courses from Breakthrough Communications

Communicating with your community Part 1: Creating a communications strategy

Every council needs a clear plan for effective communication.  This session covers setting priorities, aims and goals.  Building a sustainable and practical strategy.   Aligning your plan with your council’s resources. You will leave with the tools to craft a communications strategy that truly supports your council.


Monday July 28th 9.30am - 11.30am or

 

Monday 8th Sept 9.30am - 11.30am

 

Boosting Your Council’s Identity: How to Promote Your Council Effectively

Learn how to create a strong, recognisable identity that connects your council with the community.  This session will cover what brand identity means for councils, why it matters, practical tips for clear messaging, communications and engagement.

 

Wednesday 17th Sept 1pm – 3pm

 

 

 

All communication courses can be booked directly with Breakthrough Communications www.breakthroughcomms.co.uk/calc-training-events

Other courses available from Breakthrough Communications

  • Communicating with your community Part 2: Engaging with your community
  • How councils can engage effectively with young people in their communities
  • How councils can recruit a more diverse pool of local councillors
  • Get the most from local and regional media
  • Crisis communications for local councils
  • Social media and digital communications
  • Dealing with difficult people and conversations
  • Data protection and Freedom of Information