Disasters shine a spotlight on inequalities, exposing the disproportionate impacts faced by diverse communities. For municipal emergency managers, understanding and addressing these disparities is crucial to building disaster strategies that truly serve everyone. That’s why the the Canadian Centre for Safer Communities and the Canadian Women’s Foundation worked in partnership to develop an innovative Toolkit for Equitable Emergency Management.
This comprehensive resource empowers municipal emergency managers to apply GBA Plus (Gender-Based Analysis Plus) to Hazard, Risk, and Vulnerability Assessments (HRVAs), ensuring a deeper understanding of how intersecting social identities shape experiences and vulnerabilities during disasters.
Join us on Thursday, February 20, 2025, for the highly anticipated official launch of this new toolkit! This engaging virtual event will feature:
- A compelling discussion on why equity-focused emergency management is essential
- A step-by-step presentation of the toolkit’s key components
- A live demonstration of the website where you can access this resource
Whether you’re on the frontlines of municipal emergency management or simply passionate about creating inclusive communities, this free event is your opportunity to take action and drive equitable disaster response.
