NEW ORLEANS — Preparing for the Next Storm: Free Workshops Honor Katrina’s 20-Year Legacy —Verizon and United Way provide critical resources for protecting families, homes and finances.
| WHAT: | In recognition of the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, United Way of Southeast Louisiana and Verizon are partnering to host a series of free community disaster preparedness workshops. These workshops aim to equip residents with the tools and knowledge they need to protect their families, homes and finances ahead of future storms and emergencies.
Attendees will also receive a free emergency preparedness that includes a hand-held battery-operated fan, whistle light/keychain, “Ouch Pouch” first aid kit, KeepDry waterproof bag and an emergency hand-crank radio. To register, visit bit.ly/2025DisasterPrep. |
| WHO: | Presenters include representatives from:
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| WHEN & WHERE: |
Thursday, August 7, 2025
United We Prepare: Disaster Preparedness Workshop Noon – 1 p.m. Saturday, August 9, 2025 United We Prepare: Disaster Preparedness Workshop Noon – 1 p.m.
Tuesday August 12, 2025 Disaster Preparedness Workshop 5 – 6 p.m.
Wednesday August 13, 2025 Disaster Preparedness Workshop 9 – 10: a.m.
Disaster Preparedness Workshop Noon – 1 p.m. |
| WHY: | As Southeast Louisiana reflects on the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, the need for disaster preparedness remains urgent. In a region where one in two households struggle to save for emergencies, early planning can make all the difference.
These workshops are part of a broader resilience initiative between United Way and Verizon designed to strengthen community preparedness in the face of increasingly intense and unpredictable storms. |
About United Way of Southeast Louisiana
For over 100 years, United Way of Southeast Louisiana (UWSELA) has been a leader and trusted partner in improving lives and making a lasting difference. We fight to eradicate poverty by preparing people for quality jobs, growing incomes, and affording better health and education opportunities throughout Jefferson, Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and Washington parishes. We have a bold vision of equitable communities where all individuals are healthy, educated, and financially stable – and we have a plan. United Way of Southeast Louisiana’s Blueprint for Prosperity guides all strategic investments in programs, initiatives, collaborations, volunteerism, and advocacy aimed at tackling poverty. For more information, please visit UnitedWaySELA.org. Find us on social: @UnitedWaySELA.
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