National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (NPSTW) is an annual event that recognizes the dedicated professionals who answer emergency calls and dispatch emergency services to those in need. Held every year during the second full week of April, NPSTW shines a spotlight on the critical role that public safety telecommunicators play in keeping our communities safe.
Telecommunicators are the first point of contact for individuals in emergency situations, and they play a vital role in ensuring that emergency services are dispatched quickly and efficiently. They are responsible for answering 911 calls, gathering information, and dispatching the appropriate emergency responders to the scene. In many cases, their quick thinking and calm demeanor directly impacts the outcome for every person needing help.
Despite the critical role they play, telecommunicators are often overlooked and underappreciated. NPSTW is an opportunity to recognize their hard work and dedication, and to show our gratitude for the vital services they provide.
Throughout the week, events and activities will be held across the country to celebrate and honor telecommunicators. It’s a chance for us to say “thank you” to the people who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep us safe.
At NextNav, we are dedicated to providing advanced location technologies to support the public safety community. We understand the critical role that telecommunicators play in keeping our communities safe, and we are committed to supporting them in any way we can. National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is an opportunity for us to recognize and honor the hard work and dedication of these professionals, and we are proud to be a part of this important event. Let’s all take a moment this week to show our appreciation for the telecommunicators who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep us safe!