May 30 @ 10AM Pacific/11AM Mountain
Communication professionals and fire practitioners with significant media experience will discuss challenges and success in communicating about fire through media outlets. Panelists will share their experiences and provide suggestions for those looking to begin or improve communication through various forms of media.
Following a moderated panel discussion, there will be time for audience Q/A.
Panelists:
- Lorena Williams is a Public Affairs Specialist and Public Information Officer for the San Juan National Forest in Colorado.
- Bob Crimian is a program manager for COMPASS, a science communication organization that champions, connects, and supports diverse scientist leaders to improve the well-being of people and nature.
- Eytan Krasilovsky is the deputy director for the Forest Stewards Guild based out of the Southwest office
This event is part of a series:
Talking Fire
Fire practitioners are increasingly involved in working with the media to communicate about fire. Whether covering the aftermath of a destructive wildfire or helping local audiences understand the purpose of prescribed fire, it can be challenging to understand how to work with media outlets to best transmit your message. This webinar series, presented by the Fire Learning Network & Fire Networks, will feature panel discussions with media and communications professionals as well as fire practitioners. Visit the FLN webinar website.