Different ways of thinking about emergency management in times of perma-crisis.
Could losing control be a good thing? As we grapple with disasters of increasing intensity and frequency it’s time to question our persistent need for control in emergency management.
This is a rare coming together of three passionate, funny and deeply committed disaster folks Dan Neely, Dr Kate Brady and Elizabeth McNaughton. With a collective 60 years of experience in disasters they look to the future with thought provoking ideas from New Zealand and Australia to shape the future of recovery and resilience. If you work in disaster recovery and community resilience, or are interested in how we tackle this big challenge, this a one time event you don’t want to miss.
Dan, Kate and Elizabeth will provoke you to rethink what’s really within your sphere of control and to explore the freedom and power that lies outside the limits of our current systems. They will immerse you in a provocative, humorous and practical experience that explores alternative thinking to the status quo.
Date & Time: Monday 23rd of October 6pm-8.30pm
Location: The Wheeler Centre, 176 Little Lonsdale, Melbourne.
Workshop Details
This event is a rare convergence of expertise, innovation, and camaraderie. Be part of an experience that will shape the way you approach disaster recovery and resilience.
Details
Kate Brady will explore a possible future where emergency management has ceased to exist and disasters are ubiquitous. If the sector fails to adapt to the changing nature of hazard events, what will it look like? Will there be exceptions where adaptation has worked? She’ll present opportunities for participants to reflect on short, medium and long term changes we can start making now.
Dan Neely will share how Wellington rebuilt their entire Emergency Management system to integrate an unstructured and spontaneous community response for a better, faster and safer outcome through their Community Emergency Hub programme. The Hub model assumes everyone in society is a capable Emergency Manager and in an event, people just need a common gathering point in every suburb. This approach ‘channels the energy’ of a community rather than trying to ‘control’ it and reduces the demands on the official system to better support communities with higher needs. This is followed by an activity that will enhance your ability to improvise when the context requires it.
Elizabeth McNaughton will take you on a deep dive into the 'Recovery Forces' the key drivers influencing post-disaster recovery systems and the impact they have on what you can and can’t control. She will then propose a different way to work moving away from competitive agency wrestling towards diplomacy. You will then get hands on with a practical tool for harnessing the power of ‘disaster diplomacy’ to channel what you can control for maximum influence.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain fresh perspectives on emergency management and resilience in an ever-changing world.
Participants
This event is designed for everyone in the disaster world.
Date & location
Date and Time: Monday 23rd of October 6pm-8.30pm
Location: The Wheeler Centre, 176 Little Lonsdale, Melbourne.
Limited numbers book now.
Benefit from the wisdom of our world-class facilitator
Elizabeth McNaughton is a master facilitator and disaster recovery expert.
- 500+ workshops facilitated
- Enhanced the performance of 1000s of leaders
- Award-winning industry-recognized thought leader and co-author of Leading in Disaster Recovery a Companion through the Chaos
Dan Neely isn't your typical Manager of Community Resilience and Group Recovery; he's a trailblazer who's turning emergency management into a force for positive change. With over two decades of experience, Dan's journey began as a Peace Corps Volunteer, assisting in the recovery after Hurricane Mitch in Honduras. He later joined the International Organisation for Migration to aid Sri Lanka in the aftermath of the Boxing Day Tsunami.
For 10 years, Dan has led a dynamic team at the Wellington Emergency Management Office (WREMO), making a tangible impact on people's lives. His innovative approach has led to the adoption of their strategies by cities across Aotearoa, Australia, the USA, and Canada and numerous awards from the International Association for Emergency Management.
Beyond his impressive resume, Dan's hails from Arizona and is also an expert in recognising a good taco!
Dr. Kate Brady is a renown disaster recovery expert. Over the past decade, Kate has emerged as a force in the field, revolutionising how we navigate the aftermath of disasters.
She has a passion for knowledge translation fuelled by her unwavering belief that knowledge is power. She's a dedicated knowledge translator, committed to bridging the gap between research and action.
Armed with a PhD in Public Health with a focus on disaster recovery Kate connects research findings with practical applications, ensuring that the knowledge gained translates into tangible improvements for those in need. Her work with Australian Red Cross and the University of Melbourne showcases her dedication to making a meaningful impact. Kate is at the forefront of driving impactful change.
Dan Neely isn't your typical Manager of Community Resilience and Group Recovery; he's a trailblazer who's turning emergency management into a force for positive change. With over two decades of experience, Dan's journey began as a Peace Corps Volunteer, assisting in the recovery after Hurricane Mitch in Honduras. He later joined the International Organisation for Migration to aid Sri Lanka in the aftermath of the Boxing Day Tsunami.
For 10 years, Dan has led a dynamic team at the Wellington Emergency Management Office (WREMO), making a tangible impact on people's lives. His innovative approach has led to the adoption of their strategies by cities across Aotearoa, Australia, the USA, and Canada and numerous awards from the International Association for Emergency Management.
Beyond his impressive resume, Dan's hails from Arizona and is also an expert in recognising a good taco!
Dr. Kate Brady is a renown disaster recovery expert. Over the past decade, Kate has emerged as a force in the field, revolutionising how we navigate the aftermath of disasters.
She has a passion for knowledge translation fuelled by her unwavering belief that knowledge is power. She's a dedicated knowledge translator, committed to bridging the gap between research and action.
Armed with a PhD in Public Health with a focus on disaster recovery Kate connects research findings with practical applications, ensuring that the knowledge gained translates into tangible improvements for those in need. Her work with Australian Red Cross and the University of Melbourne showcases her dedication to making a meaningful impact. Kate is at the forefront of driving impactful change.
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