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Effective Communication: Strategies & Conflict Management for Water Professionals

Registration opens January 12 at 8 am.

Tuesday, August 25, 2026
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (EDT)

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* Registration open until 8/21/26 at 5:00 PM (EDT)

Event Details

Effective Communication: Strategies & Conflict Management for Water Professionals

A one-day, interactive workshop designed to help utility staff, operators, engineers, and customer service teams address workplace and public-facing conflicts with confidence. Participants will learn practical tools to de-escalate tense situations, strengthen collaboration across departments, and build trust with the communities they serve.


By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Recognize common sources of conflict in water utilities
  • Apply core conflict resolution skills
  • Navigate internal workplace challenges
  • Handle customer and community disputes

Instructors: Jonelle Moore and Hillary Caron, MI-AWWA

Course Level: Beginner

Course #: 44117
CECs: Approved for 0.4 Managerial DW

Registration Fees:
Member: $165
Non-Member: $215

Lunch Included

For More Information:

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