Join us for an insightful event where we’ll explore ways to take care of ourselves during and after challenging situations. This in-person event will be held in San Bernardino / IE via Zoom, a welcoming space where we can come together to learn and support each other. Whether you’re looking to build resilience, manage stress, or simply connect with others facing similar experiences, this event is for you. Let’s navigate emergencies and their aftermaths with strength and self-care. See you there!

Tips, tools, tactics & techniques can be implemented into everyday life matters that come up unexpectantly.

40min class

Class in person or available via zoom.

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 do to prepare and become more resilient.

Winter in the backcountry brings its own set of challenges. As temperatures drop and daylight fades, risks increase, and preparedness becomes paramount. Join us for an essential session on staying safe during winter adventures with King County Explorer Search and Rescue professional Wes Cooper.

Wes will share real-life stories from Search and Rescue missions, and valuable lessons learned from them. Discover the heroic efforts of KCESAR volunteers who brave the toughest terrain and harsh winter conditions to bring people home safely—and learn how you can avoid becoming their next mission!

What to Expect:

True Stories of Misadventures: Experience real-life winter rescue stories and learn how you can avoid becoming a cautionary tale.

Winter Safety Tips and Emergency Planning: Equip yourself with strategies to handle cold temperatures, avalanche risks, and snow-covered trails. Make sure you’re prepared to prevent and manage common winter hazards, from frostbite to snow blindness, and navigate safely in reduced daylight and whiteout conditions.

What to Do If Something Goes Wrong: Understand how to contact Search and Rescue (SAR) in an emergency and how to provide crucial information so that they can find you. Get tips on what to do in case of an avalanche, hypothermia, or other emergencies. And know what to have with you in case you need to spend unexpected night out in the cold.

Expert Advice and Essentials: Gain insights on what gear is critical for winter adventures, including avalanche safety equipment, emergency shelter, and cold-weather sleeping gear.

Inside Search and Rescue: Get an insider’s view of the complexities of winter rescue missions, including the challenges of navigating snowy terrain and managing severe weather conditions. See how SAR teams plan and execute their operations in harsh winter environments.

Interactive Q&A: Have your winter-specific questions answered by Wes Cooper and make sure your ready for all your winter adventures no matter the terrain or conditions.

About Your Instructor: Wes Cooper

Wes has been a dedicated volunteer with King County Explorer Search & Rescue and Seattle Mountain Rescue for nearly two decades. As a field leader and director of training courses, he brings a wealth of experience and a passion for outdoor safety. Wes’s mission is to use his skills to save lives—and now he’s sharing his knowledge with you.

Come join us for a fascinating event where we’ll be looking back at how communities have dealt the with pandemic in the past.

Our Emergency Preparedness experts will share insights and strategies to help us be better prepared for future challenges. The event will be held in San Bernardino, Ca & via Zoom, so mark your calendars and be ready to learn and engage with like-minded individuals. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and be part of the discussion!

Available via zoom (40m session)

In the face of a disaster, effective communication is more critical than ever to ensure the safety, well-being, and operational continuity of your organization. This webinar is designed specifically for managers, HR professionals, operations managers, and business owners who need to navigate the complexities of disaster communication. Whether you’re managing a small team or an entire organization, this webinar will equip you with the strategies and tools to maintain clear, consistent communication during any crisis, safeguarding your employees and your business.

Why You Should Attend
Disasters are unpredictable, but your communication strategy doesn’t have to be. By attending this webinar, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to lead your organization through any crisis with clarity and compassion. Don’t wait until disaster strikes—be prepared to protect your people and your business by mastering the art of crisis communication.

Your Benefits For Attending:

Crisis Communication Planning: Learn how to develop and implement a robust communication plan that prepares your organization for any disaster scenario. We’ll cover the essential components of a disaster communication strategy and how to ensure everyone knows their role.
Employee Safety and Well-being: Discover the best practices for communicating with employees during a disaster, prioritizing their safety and mental health. This section will focus on how to provide clear, empathetic communication to support your team in high-stress situations.
Maintaining Operational Continuity: Understand the communication tactics necessary to keep your business operations running smoothly during a disaster. We’ll explore how to relay critical information, coordinate with stakeholders, and manage the flow of information across different departments.
Post-Disaster Communication: Learn how to effectively communicate during the recovery phase of a disaster. This includes managing expectations, rebuilding trust, and ensuring transparency with both employees and external partners.
Legal and Ethical Considerations: Gain insight into the legal and ethical aspects of disaster communication, including compliance with regulations and protecting your organization’s reputation during a crisis.

Guest Speaker: Wendy Sellers – The HR Lady

Level: Basic

Format: Live Webcast

Cost: $219 – $599

With the heightened probability of more intense and frequent disasters due to climate change, coupled with social fragmentation and mounting pressure on emergency services, communities face growing challenges in recovery. Extended recovery periods will have an adverse effect on families, partners, and specific vulnerable groups. Research has demonstrated an upsurge in domestic and family violence following such disasters.

Gender and Disaster Australia Lessons in Disaster training will help you understand:

The distinct experiences of women, men, and LGBTIQA+ people during disasters.
How gender roles often expect men to protect and provide while women are expected to prioritise nurturing others at the expense of their own safety.
That LGBTIQA+ people’s needs are frequently overlooked in disaster situations.
That applying a gendered lens at every stage of disaster leads to stronger and more inclusive communities in recovery.

This training package contains four sessions.

Day One

10.30am to 12.30pm – Session 1: Gender and Disaster – the Evidence

1.00pm to 2.30pm – Session 2: The Drivers of Family Violence

Day Two

10.30am to 12.00pm – Session 3: Disaster, Gender and Diversity

1.00pm to 2.30pm – Session 4: Working Towards Change

Gender and Disaster Australia Lessons in Disaster training will help you understand:

The distinct experiences of women, men, and LGBTIQA+ people during disasters.
How gender roles often expect men to protect and provide while women are expected to prioritise nurturing others at the expense of their own safety.
That LGBTIQA+ people’s needs are frequently overlooked in disaster situations.
That applying a gendered lens at every stage of disaster leads to stronger and more inclusive communities in recovery.

This training package contains four sessions.

Day One

10.30am to 12.30pm – Session 1: Gender and Disaster – the Evidence

1.00pm to 2.30pm – Session 2: The Drivers of Family Violence

Day Two

10.30am to 12.00pm – Session 3: Disaster, Gender and Diversity

1.00pm to 2.30pm – Session 4: Working Towards Change

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; therefore, philanthropy can take action to reduce disaster risk. And yet, only a small fraction of disaster giving goes to mitigation, resilience and preparedness efforts. By investing in DRR, philanthropy can save money and lives and reduce harm when a disaster hits. This year’s DRR day theme, “Empowering the Next Generation for a Resilient Future,” highlights the importance of safe and disaster-resilient schools and age-appropriate education for children. Since 2000, over 80,000 schools have been damaged or destroyed, and 1 billion children have faced disruptions from disasters.

By the end of this webinar, donors will:

– Understand the meaning and importance of disaster risk reduction.

– Learn how and why to support DRR activities in their grantmaking and donations.

– Increase their awareness of the needs and role of children and education in supporting disaster resilience in children.

Automatic closed captioning will be available via Zoom during the webinar. The webinar will be recorded and the link to the fully captioned recording will be emailed to everyone who registered. CDP desires to provide accessible webinars. Please email Katie Huang at katie.huang@disasterphilanthropy.org by Oct. 1 and let us know what accommodations you need to fully participate in the webinar. We will do our best to meet your needs as feasible.

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 training, participants will learn the components of the Be 2 Weeks Ready program and how to implement it in their community.

As a Program Coordinator, you are responsible for planning your outreach, determining which communities you will bring this program to, and identifying community hosts who will help you share the program with others.

This training is intended for anyone who has a training, networking or outreach role and would like to bring Be 2 Weeks Ready to their community. The training is free and will be held virtually via Zoom.

For questions, please contact Kayla Thompson, OEM Community Preparedness Coordinator at community.preparedness@oem.oregon.gov.

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 targeted emergency preparedness.

With cutting-edge advances in artificial intelligence, we’re seeing exciting breakthroughs in flood risk prediction that promise to help communities take proactive steps to mitigate their flood risks. However, the rise of proprietary private data can complicate things, raising concerns about the transparency and accuracy of the information being used. Public agencies need to navigate these complexities to make informed decisions that can reduce flood vulnerability.

To tackle these issues head-on, NAFSMA is launching a dynamic series of webinars and panels featuring top experts and practitioners. The first webinar kicks off on October 16th at 11 am Eastern with Professor Madison Condon from Boston University, who will delve into the climate services industry and offer insights on integrating climate data into effective planning.

Then, join us on October 30th at our annual meeting for an exciting panel discussion with FEMA, public agencies, and private companies, exploring the current and future landscape of flood risk data. Don’t miss these opportunities to stay ahead of the curve and enhance your community’s resilience!

Emergencies & Thee Aftermath: Self-Care & Coping (Zoom)

What to Expect: