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

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 […]

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 […]

How Not to Die – Winter Edition: Backcountry Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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 […]

Workplace Communication Strategies During a Disaster

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 […]

“We were ready for fire, but not flood”: Exploring Whole-Community Recovery and Resiliency in the Rural Intermountain West

FEMA Higher Education Program: 2024 Monthly Community Webinars When: Third Friday of each month, 2:00–3:00 p.m. EST Where: Via Zoom Description: The recovery from the 2022 regional flooding in Montana’s Yellowstone Country began immediately after the acute response concluded. It is recognized that communities which experience successful disaster recovery are more resilient when confronting future […]

Third Thursday Tips: Shelter in Place

Third Thursday Tips: Shelter in Place Thursday, November 21, from 11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PT on Zoom Join subject matter experts from the Washington State Emergency Management Division as they discuss what Shelter in Place means in the context of Region 10 specific disasters, such as the wind event we just had! Speakers will discuss […]

Lessons in Disaster: Addressing the harmful impacts of gender stereotypes in disaster

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 […]

2024 Recap & Resilience: Emergency Preparedness in Past Pandemic-(Zoom)

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 […]

Community Preparedness and Resilience Strategies

Join the RNPN as we connect with community leaders to exchange best practices for local disaster preparedness. With an emphasis on effectively engaging vulnerable populations such as older adults, individuals with disabilities, and those living in rural areas, we hope to share actionable strategies that ensure all members of the community are equipped and supported […]

A Multi-Disciplinary Research Approach of Emergency Management, Public Health, and Environmental Justice.

FEMA Higher Education Program: 2024 Monthly Community Webinars When: Third Friday of each month, 2:00–3:00 p.m. EST Where: Via Zoom Description: The 10 States Project analyzes crucial divides in services and historical divestments in African American communities in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia that can be replicated in […]

The Current Landscape of the Emergency Management Workforce

FEMA Higher Education Program: 2024 Monthly Community Webinars When: Third Friday of each month, 2:00–3:00 p.m. EST Where: Via Zoom Description: To date, there is no comprehensive study that addresses the current landscape of the emergency management workforce. Because of the critical work emergency managers engage in within their community, the landscape of emergency management […]

Pediatric Disaster Response and Emergency Preparedness

This course prepares students to effectively, appropriately, and safely plan for and respond to a disaster incident involving children, addressing the specific needs of pediatric patients in the event of a community based-incident. Pediatric specific planning considerations include mass sheltering, pediatric-triage, reunification planning and pediatric decontamination considerations. This is NOT a hands-on technical course, but instead […]