The CALM Approach to Communicating in Times of Uncertainty

To be a trusted public health communicator in times of uncertainty, you need to proactively connect with your audience, acknowledge what you know and what you don’t, lead with individual choice, and maintain consistency, composure, and commitment in your messaging. 

Use the Public Health Communications Collaborative’s CALM approach to establish and maintain your role as a reliable source of public health information in your community.

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