DINFOS Training Days supports the professional development of Department of War public affairs and visual information personnel. Evolving from previous events such as the Social Media Forum in 2021 - 2023 and the 60th Anniversary Alumni Day in 2024, the Training Days program supports the DoW mission of achieving an information advantage in today’s dynamic operational environments.
DINFOS Training Days features advanced training sessions, interactive forums, expert-led lectures, and panel discussions tailored to address current and emerging trends in communication and media operations. It provides opportunities for participants to enhance their skills, explore new technologies, expand their professional networks, and access continuing education beyond their initial instruction.
The 2026 DINFOS Training Days will be held Aug. 4-5 with the theme “Trust in the age of AI: Strengthening Credibility and Information Dominance.” Both days will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will include breakout sessions focused on specialized topics in public affairs and visual information. All federal government communicators with base access are welcomed. There is no registration fee.
In addition to the breakout sessions, there will be plenary sessions held. Schedule and topics will be released soon.
During breaks in between breakout sessions, guests are invited to visit the atrium tables hosted by the following participants:
| West Virginia University (WVU) |
Southern New Hampshire University (SHNU) |
| Rutgers University |
Service Public Affairs Alumni Associations |
| University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) |
Adobe |
| DINFOS Pavilion |
Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) |
| Defense Visual Information Distribution Service (DVIDS) |
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Registration
All attendees must register and base access is required.
• Questions?? Please email: dinfos_trainingdays@dinfos.edu
Note: Due to scheduled class commitments, current students are not authorized to attend training sessions.
Food and Dining Options
While visiting DINFOS, there are 2 onsite food options.
• Oasis Deli Menu
• Cup Plus Menu
Additionally, there will 3 food trucks onsite.
- Breaking The Borders: Both days from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- Yummy Bites: 5 Aug only, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- B Soft Ice Cream: Both days from 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
For other Ft Meade food options please visit Ft Meade Exchange.
Freedom Dining Facility (authorized guests only) information can be found here.
Note: Walking is recommended as parking at the dining facility is limited.
Base Access
Base access is required prior to the event. Please allow 20 days for processing requests. For detailed base access information and gate hours, visit: Ft. Meade Visitor Information.
For assistance, call the Visitor Control Center at 301-677-1064/1065.
Parking
Please park only in the DINFOS parking lot as shown below. Do not use the parking lot across from the student entrance. Click on map below for Google map view.
