UNITAR Online Catalogue
CIFAL York - DEMCON
People
Background
The annual Disaster and Emergency Management conference takes place at the end of each October. Relevant academic and professionals present on their latest work and research related to emerging DEM themes.
Event Objectives
The key goals and objectives are:
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To provide a platform for relevant and innovative speakers.
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To host relevant panels.
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To host relevant workshops
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To provide a platform for keynote speakers to share their experiences and work.
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To increase the visibility of CIFAL York’s work in this area.
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To network with other Canadian institutions and professionals in the DEM field.
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To reinforce and build new partnerships with relevant members of the DEM community in Canada.
Content and Structure
The conference takes place over two full days with several speakers, workshops, exercises, keynotes, and panels. The conference also hosts networking lunches and dinners. Conference partners are given space to table and network with attendees throughout the conference.
Methodology
The conference takes place over two full days with several speakers, workshops, exercises, keynotes, and panels. The conference also hosts networking lunches and dinners. Conference partners are given space to table and network with attendees throughout the conference.
Targeted Audience
Disaster and Emergency Management professionals, academics, and students.