Crisis Comms

When a crisis hits, you want to know that you’ll be in safe hands. We will be with you, every step of the way.

Denford Associates are experts in helping schools and education professionals navigate sometimes sensitive and difficult issues – and doing so with integrity means they are trusted right across the sector.

- Education leader and opinion former

They understand relationships management and how to talk to journalists and are exceptional in crisis management situations.

- Education leader and opinion former

Put simply, Denford have been pivotal in establishing our platform for influence and change.

- CEO of an academy trust

The team at Denford know how to handle real, emerging, and potential crisis situations, from when it breaks to analysing subsequent media coverage, adapting your message, and continuing to protect your reputation. We can guide you calmly with our experience gained in broadcast journalism, public affairs, and a number of busy press offices.

We can help you with:

  • Crisis stakeholder communications
  • Drafting media statements
  • Media training
  • Media monitoring
  • Journalist liaison, including fact checking
  • Ongoing evaluation
  • Planning post crisis