Webinar
The Critical Role of 911 Call Takers and Dispatchers
Apr 15, 2016, 10-11 a.m. MDT
International Public Safety Association
Cost and Registration: Free, register online before the event
This webinar will recognize the importance of public safety telecommunication personnel and the role they play as first responders. Topics will include the impact of 911 responsibilities on call takers and ways to include them in training drills and after action assessments.
Training
Mainstreaming Disaster Risk Reduction into National Development Processes
May 23-27, 2016
Asian Disaster Preparedness Center
Bangkok, Thailand
Cost and Registration: $1,575, register before April 24
This training course will enhance the understanding of the role of disaster risk reduction in development and planning. Topics include an overview of disaster risk reduction concepts, frameworks for mainstreaming risk reduction, and ideas for creating the right environments to introduce DRR goals.