The Association of State Floodplain Managers Foundation has reviewed all the abstracts that were received for the 2019 Student Paper Competition and selected the three semi-finalists. Letters have been sent to all of the students who submitted abstracts to us this year. The semi-finalists have been asked to submit a paper by April 12 and invited to present that paper at a special session during the ASFPM annual national conference May 21 in Cleveland, OH.
In March, the foundation will host the 6th Gilbert F. White National Flood Policy Forum in Washington, DC. The topic will be "Increasing Our Resiliency to Urban Flooding." One hundred invited experts will convene and seek to answer the high-level question: "How can we be better equipped as a nation to deal with rapidly increasing flood risk in urban areas?"
ASFPM Foundation and the Floodplain Management Association (CA, HI, NV) are currently planning the State Flood Risk Symposium that they will co-host in California in April. The topic will be "The Differing California Flood Disasters." Invited experts will convene to examine three subtopics and develop policy recommendations and action plans.
VISION STATEMENT
The Association of State Floodplain Managers Foundation is dedicated to reducing the risk and impacts of floods on people and communities.
MISSION STATEMENT
ASFPM Foundation serves as the catalyst for ASFPM, its chapters and members to advance projects, education and policy initiatives that promote reduced flood risk and resilient communities.
ASFPM FOUNDATION ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
The ASFPM Foundation proudly supports the education of current and future flood risk management professionals.
Current college scholarship opportunities include the ASFPM Foundation Future Leaders Scholarship and the annual ASFPM Student Paper Competition. Activities, events and scholarships are made possible due to the support of ASFPM Foundation donors.
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HELP US to continue to enhance the practice and science of floodplain management, to make this world a safer place for present and future generations. To ensure the continuation of forums, floodplain management research and scholarships, your donation is needed! Help support the goals of the ASFPM Foundation by
donating today.
GIVING
When you give to the ASFPM Foundation you support a variety of initiatives that reduce suffering and losses as a result of flooding, and promotes sustainable management of the nation's floodplains and watersheds. By donating, you set an example for fellow floodplain managers and do much to ensure our profession's continued national influence. Choose to make a one-time gift, or enroll in our recurring giving program to support our efforts year round. GIVE NOW.
Please send pledges and donations to:
Association of State Floodplain Managers Foundation
575 D'Onofrio Drive, suite 200
Madison, WI 53719
