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Register for the National Access and Functional Needs Symposium
All,
As emergency managers, we are constantly striving to improve our practices, preparing to meet the needs of the whole community, including individuals with access and functional considerations. Keys to doing so include learning from each other, sharing experiences, and embracing new ideas that push us toward more inclusive and effective strategies. One fantastic way to do this is by participating in the 4th Annual National Access and Functional Needs (AFN) Symposium, which will be held virtually on July 9 & 10, 2025, from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM MDT each day.
Hosted in partnership by the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM), the Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (CDHSEM), and New York University (NYU), this event drew over 3,200 registrants last year.
This year’s Symposium will highlight cutting-edge, inclusive practices in emergency management and showcase innovative efforts from across the country. Attendees will explore effective strategies for integrating emergency management operations to ensure individuals with disabilities and people with access and functional needs are supported before, during, and after disasters.
4th National AFN Symposium Agenda
Bringing together emergency managers, disaster planners, first responders, and members of the disability community, this event strengthens national collaboration and promotes inclusive planning.
American Sign Language, captioning, and Spanish translation services will be available to ensure broad accessibility.
Please click here to register today!
Looking forward to seeing you online!
Thank you.
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