Participant Secure Online Event Registration
We invite you to join the Keystone Emergency Management Agency (KEMA) for the 8th Annual Pennsylvania Emergency Preparedness and Homeland Security Conference on September 28th to 30th, 2024, at the Blair County Convention Center in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
Expecting over 350 emergency management professionals, #KEMACon2025 will provide a unique opportunity to network with key decision-makers from Pennsylvania's eight (8) Task Forces, sixty-seven county coordinators, Communications/9-1-1 Offices, Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPC), Radiological Officers (RO), volunteers, and municipal, county, & state officials.
The conference's theme, "Building Resilient Communities, Adapting to a Changing Landscape," his conference promises an engaging and dynamic experience that will explore ways to strengthen communities and promote resilience against natural and human-made disasters and how emergency management strategies and approaches must adapt to new challenges, such as climate change and technological advancements. It’s your gateway to a world of diverse educational presentations that will unveil the latest in concepts, technology, processes, and evidence-based practices within the profession of emergency management and homeland security.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders and collaborate with peers. We hope to see you there!
Keep updated on Conference events at http://kemaconference.com/
Please double-check your spelling and punctuation, as your conference materials will be produced exactly as you have entered your information below. It is important to ensure that all details are accurate to avoid any errors or confusion. Thank you for your attention to detail, and we look forward to providing you with an exceptional conference experience.
Yes, it's okay to send me text messages including confirmations, changes, and updates. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel. View our terms of service & privacy policy.
We are excited to host the KEMA Conference. As part of your conference registration, we will provide lunch on Monday. However, we understand that some attendees may have dietary restrictions or prefer to eat elsewhere. Therefore, we kindly request that you let us know which meals you plan to attend so that we can coordinate with the Convention Center accordingly. Please indicate your meal preferences below. Thank you!
Sponsored by Tetra Tech
The Pennsylvania Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (PA VOAD) will host their annual meeting and dinner on Sunday evening of the Conference at the Convention Center. Will you be attending? OPEN TO ALL PA VOAD ORGANIZATION REPRESENTATIVES AND ALL OTHER EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL AFFILIATED WITH A LOCAL OR REGIONAL VOAD ELEMENT (organizations active in long-term recovery)!
On Monday evening KEMA will be hosting its annual meeting (with elections of officers) and dinner. KEMA members may attend at no additional cost. Non-KEMA members must pay $50 to attend the dinner.
KEMA Membership will be confirmed at the door, prior to admittance.
REMINDER: Please double-check your spelling and punctuation above, as your conference materials will be printed exactly as you have entered your information. It is essential to ensure that all details are accurate to avoid any errors or confusion.
Please be advised that photographs and videos will be taken during the Pennsylvania Emergency Preparedness and Homeland Security Conference. By registering for the conference and participating in the sponsored classes, events, and activities, as well as visiting the convention center and/or exhibitors, you acknowledge that your image, audio, or video recording may be captured and used by the Keystone Emergency Management Association for marketing purposes. You will not be entitled to any compensation for the use of your image, audio, or video recording.
We want to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees at the Conference. Therefore, only Service Animals, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Pennsylvania 2018 Act 118 (Assistance and Service Animal Integrity Act), are allowed inside the Convention Center during the event. Please note that 'therapy,' 'assistance,' or 'emotional support' animals do not meet the definition of Service Animals and are not permitted.
By submitting this registration form, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the policies outlined above and the cancellation policy posted on the Conference website.
