Taking it to the Streets: Milwaukee Fire Department’s Traveling RV ‘Burning House Simulator’ Campaign

In a city where fire-related injuries disproportionately affect underserved communities, the Milwaukee Fire Department (MFD) recognized that prevention must be as mobile and accessible as emergency response itself. In April 2019, the department unveiled a bold solution: the Mobile Survive Alive House—a Read More

From Tragedy to Testimony: Webb County, Texas’ Communication Strategy for Click It or Ticket

Seat belts are among the simplest and most effective tools for preventing injury and death in motor vehicle accidents, yet consistent seat belt use remains uneven, especially in regions with high rates of traffic fatalities. Recognizing this challenge, the Texas Department of Read More

Transparency in Action: How Multnomah County, Oregon Sheriff’s Office Reimagined Law Enforcement Communication

Trust in law enforcement across the United States has become increasingly fragile in recent years, tested by high-profile police-involved incidents, political polarization, and the speed at which misinformation spreads online. For the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), which serves Oregon’s most populous Read More

From Awareness to Action: Engaging Voters through Targeted Communication Fulton County, Georgia

Fulton County’s Department of Registration & Elections brought democracy directly to its residents through a dynamic early voting awareness effort anchored by its Voter Education Mobile Unit. With a focus on real-time engagement, accessible messaging, and presence in high-foot-traffic locations, the county’s Read More

Securing the Vote, Informing the Public:The State of Missouri’s Communication Strategy for HB 1878

In August 2022, Missouri enacted sweeping changes to its election law through House Bill 1878 (HB 1878), a measure aimed at tightening voter identification requirements and limiting third-party involvement in voter registration. The law introduced a mandatory photo ID requirement, prohibited compensation Read More

How Strategic Communication Helped the State of Wisconsin Boost Health Insurance Engagement

Clear, consistent communication is a cornerstone of successful public policy, especially when it comes to helping residents navigate complex systems like health insurance. In Wisconsin, the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) has proven how data-informed messaging and grassroots outreach can Read More