Disaster risk reduction, how philanthropy can empower a resilient future webinar

Disaster risk reduction (DDR) helps communities by “preventing new and reducing existing disaster risk and managing residual risk.” In recognition of October’s International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, the Center for Disaster Philanthropy is hosting a webinar to educate funders about their role in helping communities build resilience by reducing risk. Disasters are not natural; […]

Wombs and Wildfire: Smoke, Stress and Reproductive Justice

Wildfires cause significant stress, break apart communities and in places dramatically change the world people birth their newborns into. Recent epidemiologic research suggests wildfire exposure is associated with higher rates of adverse birth outcomes. Although some data is available, information on wildfires and health protection strategies are not known to many health educators, providers, pregnant people, or families. […]

Lane County COAD General Meeting

United Way Of Lane County, 3171 Gateway Loop, Springfield, OR 3171 Gateway Loop, Springfield, OR, United States
Contact info@lanecountycoad.org for a zoom link to attend virtually.

Community Health Workers: Making an Emergency Kit

Learn how to put together an essential emergency kit as a community health worker. Learn the must-have items to include and how to customize it for different scenarios. Join us for practical tips and insights on being prepared for emergencies in your community.

ORVID Training

Save the date! Oregon Emergency Management will be hosting a training on the Oregon Volunteers in Disaster (ORVID) system on October 14 from 3pm to 4pm. To initiate the process and gain access to the platform in advance of the training, please follow the simple steps below: Step 1: Complete the Request Account Setup Form […]

Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies Stakeholder Call

CALL-IN INFO: Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/2114337114 Password: 336330 Meeting ID: 211 433 7114 One tap mobile: +1.312.626.6799 US (Chicago) +1.646.876.9923 US (New York) Meeting ID: 211.433.7114# Dial by your location: +1.312.626.6799 US (Chicago) +1.646.876.9923 US (New York) +1.346.248.7799 US (Houston) +1.669.900.6833 US (San Jose) +1.253.215.8782 US +1.301.715.8592 US Meeting ID: 211.433.7114 Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/absAPnwb9m __________________________________________________ American Sign Language […]

Navigating the Future of Flood Risk: Expert Insights and Strategies for Using Climate Data

Communities across the US are grappling with the intense impacts of coastal, riverine and pluvial flooding, wildfires, and scorching heatwaves. To effectively plan and adapt to these climate challenges, public works agencies need climate data that’s not just accurate, but scalable and actionable. This data is crucial for designing resilient infrastructure, smart land-use strategies, and […]

Be 2 Weeks Ready Program Coordinator training

Be 2 Weeks Ready is a community-based program that helps people prepare for emergencies alongside their friends, family, and communities. We use the term “community” to refer to any group made up of individuals. One person can be a part of many different communities and can help those communities Be 2 Weeks Ready. In this 4.5-hour […]

Transforming Post-Wildfire Recovery in the Northwest

 Fall 2024 Lunch and Learn Webinar Series by the Northwest Fire Science Consortium Following another significant wildfire season in the Northwest, many communities and managers are yet again focused on postfire recovery and management. The questions at hand are diverse: How do we cope with watershed impacts and restore burned landscapes? How do we ensure that […]

2024 Great Oregon ShakeOut!

This year’s International ShakeOut Day is October 17, when millions of people worldwide will participate in earthquake drills at work, school, or home! At 10:17 am (local time) on 10/17, you can join people across Oregon practicing earthquake safety. While we encourage you to participate with everyone, you can register your ShakeOut drill for any day of the […]

Crisis Preparedness And Emergency Management In The Arts Field

An overview of crisis preparedness and emergency management in the arts field. The National Coalition for Arts Preparedness and Emergency Response (NCAPER) will share an overview of crisis preparedness and emergency management in the arts field. You will gain insight into the readiness/response/recovery cycle, learn about local and national resources, and explore what the arts ecosystem can […]