Connecting communities, creating resilience

AFAC22 will explore how an inclusive approach by emergency management agencies is integral to reducing risk and fostering resilience now and into the future.

MOLLY PRICE

AFAC

Australasia’s largest and most comprehensive emergency management conference and exhibition returns as an in-person event for the first time since 2019. The emergency management sector is in a unique position to connect diverse communities. Through collaboration, engagement and partnerships, links are formed that bind us together. Through building connections, we are learning and working together to prepare for new challenges we face in a changing climate. We are sharing responsibility and building resilience in ourselves, our workplaces, our communities and the systems that support us.

AFAC22 powered by INTERSCHUTZ is coming to Adelaide on 23–26 August 2022, to explore the theme ‘Connecting communities. Creating resilience.’ The program will feature examples of solutions to emerging risks, impacts and recovery from practitioners, researchers and leaders across the fire and emergency sector.

What will AFAC22 deliver?

AFAC22 powered by INTERSCHUTZ is Australasia’s largest and most comprehensive emergency management conference and exhibition, brought to you by AFAC and Deutsche Messe.

AFAC22 will be hosted by South Australian AFAC Members: „ Department for Environment and Water „ South Australian Fire and Emergency

Services Commission „ Forestry SA „ South Australian Country Fire Service „ Metropolitan Fire Service SA „ South Australian State Emergency

Service.

The multi-streamed AFAC conference, which will run concurrently with the Institution of Fire Engineers Australia National Conference and the Australian Disaster Resilience Conference, offers delegates an opportunity to learn from international and local thought leaders across the emergency management, disaster resilience and fire engineering sectors.

The conference will commence with the AFAC Research Day, with presentations showcasing the latest innovation and research within the fire and emergency services sector. The industry’s key leaders and innovators will be recognised at the awards ceremony at the end of the day, after which delegates can attend the welcome drinks function at the AFAC22 powered by INTERSCHUTZ exhibition.

Days two and three at AFAC22 will feature a multi-streamed program with over 100 presentations offering insight into the latest research and practice, centred on the conference theme. The program will also draw on supporting topics including social, physical, environmental, organisational and technological innovation.

Delegates will have a host of networking opportunities available throughout the conference, including Meet the Speaker and poster

presentation sessions at the Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience Knowledge Centre. The AFAC22 social calendar will culminate with the vibrant Gala Dinner, providing an entertaining night and wonderful opportunity to meet old and new contacts.

The Professional Development Program on day four will close out the conference. Practical workshops, forums and field trips for hands-on learning will provide delegates a complete conference experience.

AFAC22 also includes Australasia’s most comprehensive emergency management exhibition. Each year, the AFAC22 powered by INTERSCHUTZ exhibition is a show like no other, showcasing the latest and best equipment, technology and service providers. The live demonstration zone and expo stage presentations will also be available to all attendees.

Registrations open

Registrations are now open for AFAC22 powered by INTERSCHUTZ. Register before 30 June 2022 to take advantage of the early bird rate on the conference website, www.afacconference.com.au.

AFAC22 KEYNOTE SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED

Discover inspiring action and leading thinking from keynote presentations.

1. Dr Gill Hicks AM MBE, Artist, published Author, Musician and award-winning Director/Producer

2. Dr Robert Glasser, Head of the Climate and Security Policy Centre, Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI)

3. Dr Niki Vincent, Public Sector Gender Equality Commissioner, Victorian Government

4. Lucas Patchett OAM, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, Orange Sky Australia

5. Nic Marchesi OAM, Co-founder and Chief Delta Officer, Orange Sky Australia

6. Jim Pauley, President and Chief Executive Officer, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1

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REgIstRAtIONsARENOwOPEN 23–26August2022

ADELAIDECONVENtIONCENtRE

Fire Emergency/ Rescue

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Knowledge Centre Sponsor

Australia Branch WelcomeFunction Sponsor

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