# Event Details - **Event Name**: Florida Natural Disaster and Journalism Summit - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 02 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us to develop a more community-centered, networked coverage plan for the 2026 hurricane season and beyond.About this EventWhen a natural disasters strike, lives depend on accurate, trusted information. We need to strengthen our information systems to meet the moment. This first-ever statewide convening is designed to help journalists, emergency responders, nonprofits, and funders work together to close critical information gaps before, during, and after natural disasters in our state.Participants will collaborate across roles that rarely have structured opportunities to problem solve together, with a focus on practical tools and partnerships you can bring back to your newsroom, agency, or community organization.The summit begins with an evening reception on Feb. 2 and concludes in the early afternoon on Feb. 4.Who should attend:Floridians working at the intersection of communication, community engagement, and disaster preparedness, such as:Journalists and newsroom leaders (we encourage representation from outlets of all mediums, sizes, and languages to attend)Emergency responders and public safety officialsNonprofit leaders serving vulnerable communitiesPhilanthropic leaders investing in community resilienceWhat to expectA mix of panels, workshops, and presentations touching on the following themes:How hurricane behavior is changing and how that affects how we communicate and plan for themHow misinformation spreads during natural disasters and what we can do to interrupt that cycleHow to form stronger cross-sector partnerships to ensure comprehensive coverage and reach when disasters strike your communityHow to work with “Emergency Mode for News” and other resource providers to expand the services you provide for your communityHow community-based organizations and emergency managers can collaborate with media outlets to meet residents’ multilingual and last-mile information needsOn Day 1 we'll focus on setting the stage for how natural disasters unfold today and how we need to respond. On Day 2 we'll move into sessions that build topical expertise and share tools and techniques you can take home with you. We will share additional programming details in early December.Skills you'll take homeScenario planning for rapidly changing disastersFrameworks for cross-sector coordinationTechniques for hearing and serving residents' information needs before, during, and after disastersTrust-building tactics that work when credibility is challengedApproaches for strengthening communication pipelines among media, emergency response, nonprofits, and fundersRegistration is free, but limited to 100 participants. Secure your spot today.Presented by Press Forward South Florida, Press Forward Tampa Bay, and the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications.Hotel optionsWe recommend the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center or the A.C. Hotel, but there are many additional options nearby.Questions?ContaEmail us at ufsummit@jou.ufl.edu.Feb. 2?: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PMWelcome ReceptionInfo: Evening reception to build statewide and cross-sector relationshipsFeb. 3?: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AMBreakfast?: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PMLearn and StrategizeInfo: Expert panels and workshops that ground us in how natural-disaster information responses need to evolve to meet today’s needs — including scenario planning, systems coordination, community information needs, and trust-building strategiesFeb. 4?: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AMBreakfast?: 09:00 AM - 01:00 PMPractice and PlanInfo: Workshops, presentations, and UF lab tours that help participants deepen their subject matter expertise and develop skills they can bring back to their organization - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gainesville/florida-natural-disaster-and-journalism-summit/100001974846993519 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops, it, conferences - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 23 hours 30 minutes - Location: Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Gainesville - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville - **lat**: 29.63677239999999 - **long**: -82.3735516 - **full address**: Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville, 1714 Southwest 34th Street, Gainesville, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Florida Natural Disaster and Journalism Summit - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/e50a78570563533d42ebf792eefb94c73e0de2c7ef7fc408058c49cebbb2d623-rimg-w1200-h600-dceff2f0-gmir.jpg?v=1770491011 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Florida Natural Disaster and Journalism Summit being held? - **A:** Florida Natural Disaster and Journalism Summit takes place on Mon, 02 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville, 1714 Southwest 34th Street, Gainesville, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Florida Natural Disaster and Journalism Summit? - **A:** Florida Natural Disaster and Journalism Summit is organized by Music Access Miami at The Miami Foundation. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Florida Natural Disaster and Journalism Summit is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Gainesville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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