Ready, Respond, Recover: Animal Disaster Response in Practice

Ready, Respond, Recover: Animal Disaster Response in Practice

When: November 19, 2026

Location: See event page

Host: Justice Clearinghouse

Delivery: in person

Disaster response for animals is complex, emotional, and often chaotic. This expert panel brings together experienced leaders to share real-world lessons from major disasters, focusing on what agencies often overlook, what effective response looks like in the first 24–48 hours, and how success should be defined beyond the initial rescue phase. Panelists will discuss managing overwhelmed shelters, navigating high-pressure environments, supporting responder and community well-being, and using tools, technology, and communication strategies that make a difference in the field. The conversation