FEMA Advisory: Reminder - Register Now for FEMA, NASA, and NOAA’s Climate Resiliency Fireside Chat on September 26th at 3pm ET (September 23, 2024)

FEMA Advisory

Reminder - Register Now for FEMA, NASA, and NOAA’s Climate Resiliency Fireside Chat on September 26th at 3pm ET

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Community leaders and members from Federal, State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial governments, Nonprofits, Private Sector, and Academia are invited to join federal agency leaders from FEMA, NASA, and NOAA for a virtual Climate Resiliency discussion on Sep. 26 from 3–4 p.m. ET.

In celebration of NYC Climate Week, you are invited to join a discussion focused on climate resiliency, featuring leaders from FEMA, NASA, and NOAA. This event is designed for meaningful conversations around climate preparedness and community resilience. This discussion will explore the critical importance of interagency resources and the implementation of forward-thinking programs that equip communities for the climate challenges of today and tomorrow.

This is a unique opportunity to connect with subject matter experts, share knowledge, and deepen your understanding of how to build resilient communities in the face of a changing climate.

In-person attendance is limited. If you are interested in attending the panel in-person, please email FEMA-IGA@fema.dhs.gov.

Panelists include:

• Victoria Salinas, Senior Official Performing the Duties of Deputy Administrator for Resilience, FEMA
• Dr. Kate Calvin, Chief Scientist, NASA
• Jainey Bavishi, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere and Deputy Administrator, NOAA

The event will be moderated by Justin Ángel Knighten, Associate Administrator of FEMA’s Office of External Affairs.

Please note: If any members of the media have questions, please send an email to: FEMA-News-Desk@fema.dhs.gov.

ASL Interpretation will be available for this event.

Event Details

Date: Thursday, Sep. 26, 2024 – 3– 4 p.m. ET via Zoom.

Audience: State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial elected officials, representatives from climate focused organizations, community organizations, private sector, and academia.

Registration is required.

Register at: https://fema.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_s0ySdUDzQpi0ZVbkAnlIdA

Contact Us

If you have any questions, please contact FEMA's Office of External Affairs:

• Congressional Affairs at (202) 646-4500 or at FEMA-Congressional-Affairs@fema.dhs.gov
• Intergovernmental Affairs at (202) 646-3444 or at FEMA-IGA@fema.dhs.gov
• Tribal Affairs at (202) 646-3444 or at FEMA-Tribal@fema.dhs.gov
• Private Sector Engagement at (202) 646-3444 or at FEMA-Private-Sector@fema.dhs.gov

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Follow FEMA on social media at: FEMA Blog on fema.gov, @FEMA or @FEMAEspanol on Twitter, FEMA or FEMA Espanol on Facebook, @FEMA on Instagram, and via FEMA YouTube channel.

Also, follow Administrator Deanne Criswell on Twitter @FEMA_Deanne.

FEMA Mission

Helping people before, during, and after disasters.

• FEMA Advisory - Reminder - Register Now for FEMA, NASA, and NOAA's Climate Resiliency Fireside Chat on September 26th at 3pm ET (September 23, 2024).pdf