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Integrating Violence Prevention into Emergency Preparedness

Integrating Violence Prevention into Emergency Preparedness
Public health emergencies can increase the risk of violence by disrupting support systems, limiting access to essential services and creating conditions that heighten stress, instability and vulnerability. During the COVID-19 pandemic, this rise in violence was described by the United Nations as the “shadow pandemic,” underscoring the need to integrate violence prevention into emergency preparedness rather than addressing it only after a crisis occurs.
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This webinar will examine evidence-informed strategies for integrating violence prevention into emergency preparedness planning. Participants will explore how to assess violence risk during emergencies, incorporate prevention into Emergency Operations Plans (EOPs), strengthen communication and referral systems and build cross-sector partnerships that promote safety and continuity of services. The webinar will also highlight the workforce competencies needed to recognize emerging risks, coordinate effective responses and strengthen community resilience before, during and after emergencies occur.

Learning Objectives
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

    1. Explain how public health emergencies can increase the risk of violence and identify populations that may require additional protection.
    2. Describe evidence-informed strategies for integrating violence prevention into emergency preparedness planning, including Emergency Operations Plans (EOPs).
    3. Examine strategies to strengthen communication, referral systems and cross-sector coordination that support safety and continuity of services during public health emergencies.
    4. Identify key workforce competencies that enhance violence prevention before, during and after emergencies.
When
10/1/2026 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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