The event – hosted by Meta, in partnership with the San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, Red Cross Southern California Region, The California Fire Safe Council, and the California Office of Emergency Services – is open to Inland Empire government entities, emergency responders, non-profits, and small businesses who want to improve their digital communication skills in the face of a crisis.
On Thursday, September 29, Meta is joining forces with San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, the American Red Cross Southern California Region, The California Fire Safe Council, and the California Office of Emergency Services to share best practices for digital communication before, during, and after a disaster or crisis. Presentations and panels at the Summit will be led by various experts in the fields of crisis management, disaster relief, and local outreach.
The Summit is open to media, government entities, emergency responders, non-profits, and small businesses who want to improve their digital communication skills in the face of a crisis. Doors open at 9:30 a.m., and the first presentation begins at 10 a.m.
“Social platforms like Facebook and Instagram help us connect with our community before, during and after disasters,” said Dana Simmons, Regional Communications Manager for the American Red Cross Southern California Region. “Most importantly, these platforms allow us to share how people can receive help and hope when it’s needed most.”
WHAT: Meta Disaster Preparedness Summit: Digital Resources to Keep Communities Informed Before, During, and After a Crisis
WHEN: Thursday, September 29, 2022
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Doors open at 9:30 a.m.
WHERE: San Bernardino College, B*100, 701 S Mt Vernon Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92410
SUMMIT TOPICS & SPEAKERS
Communicating During a Crisis Presentation: Led by Ashley Aniton–U.S. Politics and Government Outreach, Meta
Communicating During a Crisis Panel Discussion: Facilitated by Adán Chávez – U.S. Politics and Government Outreach, Meta, with participation from: County of San Bernardino, County of Riverside, Red Cross of Southern California, and the California Office of Emergency Services.
WhatsApp for Emergencies: Led by Adán Chávez – U.S. Politics and Government Outreach, Meta.
Disaster Resilience Workshop: Conducted by Asha Chandra, Global Business Resilience Team, Meta.
Fundraising and Storytelling in Crisis Moments: Conducted by Asha Chandra, Global Business Resilience Team, Meta.
INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITY AND MEDIA EVENT: Media is invited to attend the September 29th Summit where event participants.
Please RSVP to me: Vanassa@elevatepublicaffairs.com.
