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June 20, 2022

How Buildings with LEED and PEER Certification Make us More Resilient to Disaster: Katherine Hammack

In disaster preparedness, the need for resilient buildings is often overlooked. Resilient buildings are those that can withstand the effects of a disaster and continue to function as needed. They include things like emergency communication systems and energy efficiency measures that ensure that utilities aren't compromised by damage. By taking…

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June 20, 2022

How Buildings with LEED and PEER Certification Make us More Resilient to Disaster: Katherine Hammack

In disaster preparedness, the need for resilient buildings is often overlooked. Resilient buildings are those that can withstand the effects of a disaster and continue to function as needed. They include things like emergency communication systems and energy efficiency measures that ensure that utilities aren't compromised by damage. By taking…

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June 14, 2022

Fund Development & Wildfire Recovery: Strategies from Two Community Foundations in Northern CA

The last 5 years of wildfire has taken a brutal toll on the land and people in Northern California. So many have lost so much. But in the face of these wildfire tragedies, we have also witnessed incredible acts of generosity and compassion. Thousands have donated millions of dollars, and…

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June 13, 2022

S03-E21 - Take 5 - After the Hurricane - Puerto Rico, New Orleans, Florida

Links are provided where to find all three guests’ organizational or personal affiliations below: Connect with: Viequeslove: Website: https://viequeslove.org/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/viequeslove Twitter; https://twitter.com/viequeslove Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vieques_love/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/viequeslove Connect with Christa Lopez, Ph.D.: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christasandelierlopez/ Connect with George Laws Garcia: Website: https://mirsoniagroup.com/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/LawsPR51 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-laws-garcia/ “In five days, we had…

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June 13, 2022

Take 5 - After the Hurricane - Puerto Rico, New Orleans, Florida - audiogram

Links are provided where to find all three guests’ organizational or personal affiliations below: Connect with: Viequeslove: Website: https://viequeslove.org/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/viequeslove Twitter; https://twitter.com/viequeslove Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vieques_love/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/viequeslove Connect with Christa Lopez, Ph.D.: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christasandelierlopez/ Connect with George Laws Garcia: Website: https://mirsoniagroup.com/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/LawsPR51 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-laws-garcia/ “In five days, we had…

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June 13, 2022

Take 5 - After the Hurricane - Puerto Rico, New Orleans, Florida - videogram

Links are provided where to find all three guests’ organizational or personal affiliations below: Connect with: Viequeslove: Website: https://viequeslove.org/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/viequeslove Twitter; https://twitter.com/viequeslove Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vieques_love/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/viequeslove Connect with Christa Lopez, Ph.D.: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christasandelierlopez/ Connect with George Laws Garcia: Website: https://mirsoniagroup.com/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/LawsPR51 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-laws-garcia/ “In five days, we had…

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June 9, 2022

How Nonprofits Can Improve Disaster Response and Preparedness with Jim White - Audiogram

Nonprofits are often the first on the ground in times of disaster. And often, they are composed of everyday citizens who do not hesitate to help those affected by any means available, and it has led to some of the most heartwarming stories in history. But of course, no organization…

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June 7, 2022

How Nonprofits Can Improve Disaster Response and Preparedness with Jim White

“Not everybody has to create a new nonprofit to do something… This is not about the ego of one individual and their mission to help people. It's about how an organization can be structured to support these people who've been hurt.” -Jim White Episode Description: Nonprofits are often the first…

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June 7, 2022

How Nonprofits Can Improve Disaster Response and Preparedness with Jim White - Videogram

Nonprofits are often the first on the ground in times of disaster. And often, they are composed of everyday citizens who do not hesitate to help those affected by any means available, and it has led to some of the most heartwarming stories in history. But of course, no organization…

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May 30, 2022

S03-E19 - Take 5— Three Rs- Be Disaster Ready

Links are provided where to find all three guests’ organizational or personal affiliations below: Connect with Nancy: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-brown-phd-0b99336a/ Connect with Alma: Website: https://nc707.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/308881973079543 Twitter: https://twitter.com/teamNC707 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nc707abowen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alma-bowen-9381083b Connect with Josh: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshua.farrell.961 “Make a list of those things [that you might need]. And once you've…

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May 30, 2022

Take 5— Three Rs- Be Disaster Ready - Videogram

Links are provided where to find all three guests’ organizational or personal affiliations below: Connect with Nancy: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-brown-phd-0b99336a/ Connect with Alma: Website: https://nc707.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/308881973079543 Twitter: https://twitter.com/teamNC707 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nc707abowen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alma-bowen-9381083b Connect with Josh: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshua.farrell.961 “Make a list of those things [that you might need]. And once you've…

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May 30, 2022

Take 5— Three Rs- Be Disaster Ready - Audiogram

Links are provided where to find all three guests’ organizational or personal affiliations below: Connect with Nancy: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-brown-phd-0b99336a/ Connect with Alma: Website: https://nc707.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/308881973079543 Twitter: https://twitter.com/teamNC707 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nc707abowen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alma-bowen-9381083b Connect with Josh: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshua.farrell.961 “Make a list of those things [that you might need]. And once you've…

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May 23, 2022

The Role of Art in Recovery After a Disaster with Rina Faletti, PhD - videogram

When a disaster strikes, the conversation typically focuses on what has been lost: homes, livelihoods, and even lives. The emotional and spiritual toll of a disaster can be harder to recognize, but it is every bit as important. But in times like these, it's crucial to remember that humans are…

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May 23, 2022

S03-E18 - The Role of Art in Recovery After a Disaster with Rina Faletti, PhD

“Art is actually a lifeline…When presented in conjunction with important ideas, art can change us inside. It changes the way we see, think, feel, and the way that we talk about things that are important to us.” -Rina Faletti, PhD Episode Description: When a disaster strikes, the conversation typically focuses…

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May 23, 2022

The Role of Art in Recovery After a Disaster with Rina Faletti, PhD - audiogram

When a disaster strikes, the conversation typically focuses on what has been lost: homes, livelihoods, and even lives. The emotional and spiritual toll of a disaster can be harder to recognize, but it is every bit as important. But in times like these, it's crucial to remember that humans are…

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May 19, 2022

Take 5— Media and Disaster Reporting- A Focus on Information Transfer and Responsibility - videogram

Links are provided where to find all three guests’ organizational or personal affiliations below: Connect with Pat: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pat.kerrigan.16 Twitter: https://twitter.com/UnleashedPat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pkunleashed/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pat-kerrigan-11480117a/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBwKfLdjTN6Sx1d3LJxhyHw Connect with Sydnie: Website: https://koharastudio.com/?fbclid=IwAR3tBQ8hfP1T2KLHOX-55yYwxU13EcVedCFnpdgtbEg1-RSM3g_IR0hYPDw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SydnieKohara LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sydniekohara/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sydniekohara Connect with Wendy: Website: https://www.environmentalsocialjustice.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/environmentalsocialjustice/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Env_Soc_Justice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13907767/ Episode…

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May 17, 2022

Take 5— Media and Disaster Reporting- A Focus on Information Transfer and Responsibility - audiogram

Links are provided where to find all three guests’ organizational or personal affiliations below: Connect with Pat: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pat.kerrigan.16 Twitter: https://twitter.com/UnleashedPat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pkunleashed/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pat-kerrigan-11480117a/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBwKfLdjTN6Sx1d3LJxhyHw Connect with Sydnie: Website: https://koharastudio.com/?fbclid=IwAR3tBQ8hfP1T2KLHOX-55yYwxU13EcVedCFnpdgtbEg1-RSM3g_IR0hYPDw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SydnieKohara LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sydniekohara/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sydniekohara Connect with Wendy: Website: https://www.environmentalsocialjustice.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/environmentalsocialjustice/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Env_Soc_Justice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13907767/ Episode…

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May 16, 2022

S03-E17 - Take 5— Media and Disaster Reporting- A Focus on Information Transfer and Responsibility

Links are provided where to find all three guests’ organizational or personal affiliations below: Connect with Pat: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pat.kerrigan.16 Twitter: https://twitter.com/UnleashedPat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pkunleashed/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pat-kerrigan-11480117a/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBwKfLdjTN6Sx1d3LJxhyHw Connect with Sydnie: Website: https://koharastudio.com/?fbclid=IwAR3tBQ8hfP1T2KLHOX-55yYwxU13EcVedCFnpdgtbEg1-RSM3g_IR0hYPDw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SydnieKohara LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sydniekohara/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sydniekohara Connect with Wendy: Website: https://www.environmentalsocialjustice.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/environmentalsocialjustice/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Env_Soc_Justice LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13907767/ “If…

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May 12, 2022

How to Manage Charitable Donations Post-Disaster with Jake Bentz - videogram

Charitable giving surges during periods of natural disaster. In a time when the heartstrings are being tugged and people are donating like crazy, it is easy to be overwhelmed with donations. Unfortunately, most items donated to shelters do not suit the immediate needs of survivors. As a result, donations often…

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May 10, 2022

How to Manage Charitable Donations Post-Disaster with Jake Bentz -audiogram

Charitable giving surges during periods of natural disaster. In a time when the heartstrings are being tugged and people are donating like crazy, it is easy to be overwhelmed with donations. Unfortunately, most items donated to shelters do not suit the immediate needs of survivors. As a result, donations often…

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May 9, 2022

S03-E16 - How to Manage Charitable Donations Post-Disaster with Jake Bentz

“It’s either you have resiliency or you don't. It's more of a character trait. But I think the willingness to try something new and be wrong is probably my closest definition of that word. A lot of willingness to try—that's exciting!” -Jake Bentz Episode Description: Charitable giving surges during periods…

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May 5, 2022

Take 5— Three Rs - Insurance, Rebuilding, and Legal Aid Relating to Disaster -audiogram

Links are provided where to find all three guests’ organizational or personal affiliations below: Connect with Amy Bach: Website: https://uphelp.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UPHELP Twitter: https://twitter.com/uphelp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/united_policyholders/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/united-policyholders/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-ezHF_akueorARFtALJlnA Connect with Kendall Jarvis: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kendall.jarvis Twitter: https://twitter.com/therealkjarvis LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendall-jarvis-47741316/ Connect with the Legal Aid of Sonoma: Website: https://legalaidsc.org/ Facebook:…

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May 5, 2022

Take 5— Three Rs - Insurance, Rebuilding, and Legal Aid Relating to Disaster -videogram

Links are provided where to find all three guests’ organizational or personal affiliations below: Connect with Amy Bach: Website: https://uphelp.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UPHELP Twitter: https://twitter.com/uphelp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/united_policyholders/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/united-policyholders/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-ezHF_akueorARFtALJlnA Connect with Kendall Jarvis: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kendall.jarvis Twitter: https://twitter.com/therealkjarvis LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendall-jarvis-47741316/ Connect with the Legal Aid of Sonoma: Website: https://legalaidsc.org/ Facebook:…

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May 5, 2022

Cache Fire - Tree Mortality and Fuel Breaks

We are grateful for our partnership with the Clear Lake Environmental Research Center (CLERC), and always glad to visit our partners throughout Lake County. Program Associate Rosa Brandt recently met with Will Evans (Executive Director of CLERC) to learn more about the important work that CLERC does within Lake County…

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