Tuesday, July 15, 9:00 to 10:15 a.m. MDT
Location: Interlocken A/B

The nation’s emergency management system, already under great strain, is now reeling from the rapid dissolution of programs, reductions in funding, staffing shortages, and other pressing challenges. These changes have further diminished the system’s capacity to help people and communities withstand disaster. Panelists in this plenary session will discuss the current context and help to identify steps that can be taken to preserve data, promote emergency management education and research, and mobilize champions for hazards mitigation and preparation.