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Lt. Governor’s Volunteer & Disaster Services Summit | April 2, 2025

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The Lt. Governor’s Volunteer & Disaster Services Summit, hosted by the Office of the Lt. Governor and Volunteer Louisiana, will be attended by NIMSAT Director Shannon Strother, PhD, and Mr. Jim Williams, Public-Private Partnership Officer, LEM-B. This summit will unite key leaders in disaster services, volunteerism, and philanthropy to strengthen partnerships, enhance coordination, and drive meaningful action. The goal is to foster collaboration and ensure Louisiana remains a volunteer-driven disaster preparedness, response, and recovery leader.

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Location: Capitol Park Museum, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
The agenda is attached.
Registration Link: Space is limited, so please register by March 25, 2025. 

Key Areas of Focus:

  1. Enhancing Coordination with Philanthropy – Strengthening collaboration to maximize disaster response and recovery funding.
  2. Making Louisiana a Stronger Hub for Non-Profit Deployment – Addressing barriers and creating a more efficient disaster response network.
  3. Developing Actionable Strategies for Multi-Sector Partnerships – Identifying gaps, fostering collaboration, and driving forward solutions to build resilience.
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