Deputy Chairperson of the State Examination Center (SEC) Bahram Khalilov, Executive Director Vafadar Misirov, and Head of the Strategic Development Department Vali Huseyn attended the event and joined the discussions on the topics below:
- Preparation of effective crisis communication strategies and identification of potential shortcomings (specifically digital communication);
- Identification of online information trends concerning the COVID-19 pandemic;
- Use of social media means for wider awareness activities;
- Creation of content concerning the COVID-19 pandemic based on the research and information;
- Use of the innovative approach and tools in fighting against false news and myths and in creating desirable public agenda during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The workshop is designed for the representatives of government bodies, local companies, and media outlets, as well as for the people who wish to enhance communication skills during the crisis. The practice of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in the field of strategic and crisis communications in the state sector was shared.
Astana Civil Service Hub, based in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan, is a unique platform connecting relevant institutions of 40 countries to discuss the innovations and share the superior practice in the field of civil service.