Dr. Samantha Montano is the author of Disasterology: Dispatches from the Frontlines of the Climate Crisis, as our keynote speaker. Dr. Montano brings a unique blend of academic rigor and hands-on experience, having been inspired by her disaster relief work in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. A leading voice in the field, she is dedicated to tackling systemic challenges in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery while advocating for equitable, evidence-based policies. Dr. Montano will share her invaluable insights into disaster resilience, community recovery, and climate justice, leaving attendees inspired and better equipped to face the challenges of an evolving crisis landscape.

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