Be Ready – Join our Emergency Preparedness Presentation
We all hope we will never have to endure a local or natural disaster, but it could happen. Join us for an educational presentation on what you need to know about emergency preparedness.
When: Saturday, January 24
Time: 10-11 a.m. PT
Place: On Zoom
Topic: Learn all you need to know to be prepared for your next emergency.
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Emergency Preparedness Meeting for the Hearing Loss Community
One year after the devastating fires in Los Angeles, emergency readiness remains a critical priority. Last year, we discussed the importance of being prepared for situations like these. This year, we revisit that question with a focus on whether the hearing loss community is equipped for future emergencies.
Join Richard Pope, Emergency Management Coordinator for the City of Los Angeles, for an in‑depth session on practical preparedness. Attendees will receive reliable information, actionable tips, and essential resources designed to support safety and communication during emergencies.
All are welcome — please share this event with others who may benefit.
Presenter:
Richard Pope
Richard Pope is an emergency management professional, former American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) coordinator with over three decades of experience serving government agencies, the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community, and emergency response organizations. He currently works as an Emergency Management Coordinator for the City of Los Angeles.
Previously, Richard served as ADA Coordinator and Interpreter for the City’s Department of Disability, overseeing ASL and CART services for high-level city officials, managing compliance under federal accessibility laws, and developing ADA training curricula. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he acted as a key policy advisor to the Department, ensuring accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
His background also includes work as a private-practice interpreter, emergency medical specialist, and squad leader for both the Georgia State Defense Force and Massachusetts Army National Guard. Richard has delivered numerous presentations nationwide on emergency management and interpreting and played a leadership role in forming task forces to improve access and functional needs in disaster planning.
A son of a postlingually deafened father, Richard combines technical expertise with lived experience to serve diverse communities.