This is the monthly meeting of the SW Emergency Preparedness Group. We are a group of citizens working to create disaster-resistant communities by raising public awareness, working with our civic leaders, and educating citizens how to prepare for and respond to natural disasters. We invite anyone with an interest to attend. Our focus is SW Portland, however disasters know no boundaries and we believe in working with neighboring groups and individuals.
Andrea Lewis, Program Manager for the ReDirect Guide, will give us an overview of opportunities for outreach at Greener Homes & Gardens Expo, which will feature a Preparedness, Self-Reliance & Relocalization program.
At our March meeting we identified a goal of reaching out to faith-based organizations as allies in promoting public awareness and education, and in helping to build a disaster-resistant community. This month we have a special guest, James Autry, station manager of two local Christian radio stations. James is well connected with many faith-based organizations through the Media Network of Mission Portland, which he coordinates. This is a relationship-building opportunity for us, with the potential to increase the effectiveness of our outreach efforts.
Parking: Park in the back lot (off of 31st Ave) and enter through the Senior Center door (SE corner of the building).
Tri-Met: Use “Multnomah Art Center” as your destination in Tri-Met’s Trip Planner
Location
- Multnomah Center (the old Multnomah School)
- 7688 SW Capitol Highway
- Capitol Room (in the Senior Center)
- Portland, OR, 97219