Practitioners Meeting
June 18, 2026
Submit an Abstract Now!
Please submit your ideas through this online form no later than January 14, 2026 to be considered.
The National Hazard Mitigation Association (NHMA) is excited to host the 2026 Practitioners Meeting in collaboration with the Natural Hazards Center. This year’s event is scheduled for Thursday, June 18, 2026, following the Natural Hazards Workshop at the Omni Interlocken Hotel in Broomfield, Colorado.
Practitioners, researchers, policymakers, and other stakeholders are invited to share ideas for interactive sessions that emphasize collaboration to advance hazard mitigation. Submit an abstract to highlight your innovative projects, successful disaster recovery efforts, creative insurance and funding pathways, and more!
Event Information
Key Sessions to Expect
The 2026 Practitioners Meeting will feature a diverse lineup of sessions covering critical topics in hazard mitigation including how to connect recovery to mitigation, funding to implement mitigation projects, the current mitigation landscape, and how to attract and build a workforce of mitigation professionals.
Event Highlights
- Keynote Speakers: Gain insights on the latest trends in hazard mitigation and disaster resilience from leading experts.
- Interactive Sessions: Participate in dynamic discussions led by industry professionals who will provide practical tools and actionable takeaways.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow practitioners, academics, and community leaders dedicated to enhancing disaster resilience.
We look forward to seeing you in Colorado for an inspiring and impactful gathering!
Meeting Details
Registration
Registration for the Practitioners Meeting can be added to the Natural Hazards Workshop registration or selected as a standalone event.
Registration will open in early 2026, and will include access to all Practitioners Meeting sessions, coffee and lunch on June 18, 2026. All attendees, including speakers and panelists, must register for the event.
General Registration
$150
Students and Retired Professionals
$60
Location
The 2026 Practitioners Meeting will take place at the Omni Interlocken Hotel at 500 Interlocken Boulevard, Broomfield, Colorado.
Accommodations
Rooms are available for purchase at the Omni Interlocken, Renaissance Flatiron, or Hilton Garden Inn Hotels. When booking, please indicate that you are making a reservation as part of the Natural Hazards Workshop.
Room block reservation links are available on the Workshop Lodging webpage.
Meals
Coffee breaks and a luncheon on June 18 are included in the price of registration.
Subscribe
Please make sure that you are subscribed to Workshop updates so you will be alerted when registration opens.
Questions?
For questions about the 2026 Practitioners Meeting, please email contact@nhma.info.