Faculty & Staff Earthquake and Emergency Preparedness Workshop

What we’re asking

Are you prepared for an earthquake or major emergency? The UBC Emergency Management team invites UBC Faculty and staff to an online Earthquake Preparedness Workshop this summer. We would like your help with promoting this workshop to increase our community’s resilience and personal preparedness. 

Faculty and Staff Earthquake Preparedness Workshop: June 13, 12:00–1:30 pm (online) 

More information to come for workshops for UBC students and the University Neighbourhoods Association (UNA).

Communications toolkit

This communications toolkit is prepared for each department/unit to use when sharing this messaging across campus. You can find and download content here that suits your channels and audience needs. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us anytime.

  • Newsletter/email copy: Recommended copy to reach students, faculty, and staff
  • Social Media: Sample posts for twitter, Instagram, Facebook, etc.
  • Digital signage: Will be uploaded to Coolsigns 
  • Assets: Different size graphics for newsletters, web, social media, etc.

Newsletter/Email copy

Are you earthquake ready? Join a free workshop on June 13

In Vancouver, we are at risk of significant emergencies, including large earthquakes. Join a personal emergency preparedness workshop designed for UBC Faculty and staff, hosted by Jackie Kloosterboer, Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Support Services Specialist. 

This workshop will introduce simple steps you can take now to stay safe, prepare your space, and respond effectively if an emergency happens. You’ll also hear from UBC’s Emergency Management team about Emergency Management at UBC and their exciting projects aimed to increase disaster resilience. 

Date/Time: June 13, 12:00–1:30 pm (online) 

Learn more at srs.ubc.ca/get-prepared. 

Contact

For questions regarding the use of this communications toolkit, please contact:

Yvonne Kwok, Communications Manager, VPFO Communications & Engagement yvonne.kwok@ubc.ca

Katie Earle, Communications Strategist, VPFO Communications & Engagement katie.earle@ubc.ca