Thrive RISE (Resilience in Shared Emergencies)
Communication and Coordination Between Nonprofits and Government in Disasters
Thursday, June 8, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, In-Person
Strong partnerships between government agencies and nonprofits are a crucial component of equitable disaster response and recovery. This 2-hour panel and discussion hosted at the Regional Operations Center in Redwood City will provide an overview of how nonprofits and government effectively communicate before, during, and after disasters to improve community outcomes.
Panelists include:
- Don Mattei, Director, County of San Mateo Department of Emergency Management
- Pat O'Coffey, Program Manager, South Coast CERT
- David Pucci, Deputy Fire Chief, Redwood City Fire Department
- Juliana Russell-Bustos, Disaster Program Manager, American Red Cross
- Marlene Santoyo, Organizer, Menlo Together



