Intentional Communications: Creating a Communications Plan

09:49 AM
Rural Health Innovations (RHI)

Learn about a framework for developing a communications plan and how to craft key messages. Tools are introduced for understanding the “audience” of your message and determine the project's positive effects on them. The various components of the communication plan framework are explained.

Objectives: 

  • Define the components of the Communications Plan Framework.
  • Recognize the importance of key messages. 
  • Describe how to develop key messages.

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Downloads

Communications Plan Template (259.71 KB) , Partner Examination Worksheet (259.73 KB) , Communications Plan Spreadsheet (23.32 KB) , Webinar Slides (1.99 MB)
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Speakers

Deb Laine, M.Ed

National Rural Health Resource Center (The Center)
Rural Health Innovations (RHI)
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