Official VOAD for Santa Clara County
Register in advance for this session. Join us for an informational session about the duties and importance of a Public Information Officer (PIO). In this session, we will discuss: Describe the role and importance of Public information Increase awareness of fundamentals for any person of group with PIO responsibilities Identify resources for basic and advanced […]
Register in advance for this session. Join us for an informational session about what the Incident Command System is. In this session, we will discuss: What the ICS is and how it is used by government entities How government entities are organized to respond to emergencies using California's Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) How CBOs […]
Symposium Part 2 - National VOAD Structure and Disaster Recovery to Long-Term Recovery Part 2 of the Symposium will be held in-person at the American Red Cross 2731 N First St., San Jose When: May 14 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Working Lunch (Provided) This interactive session will allow our local partners to discuss the […]
Register in advance for this meeting (Below) After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information on the location. Where? American Red Cross 2731 N First St., San Jose 95134 What will it be like to bring pets to a disaster shelter? Shelter managers and individuals are invited for a discussion-based exercise to explore the […]
Register in advance for this session. What happens when your organization becomes the headline? What if the media wants to do a story about your organization’s mission? What should you do if you’re interviewed? What information should be public? Join retired emergency manager and public information officer, Lynn Brown, as he discusses best practices when […]
Free Disaster Recovery Workshops Disaster recovery protocols should be in place before a disaster unfolds. As Santa Clara County enters another high heat and fire season, and El Niño conditions indicate a wet winter, government and nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and businesses must be prepared to navigate future disasters that may match or exceed the scale […]