This is an unusual but important posting. The Diva was a friend of the late Bill Anderson, who was an important pioneer in the emergency management research field. Please support this effort to carry on his work.

For those looking to get outside for some summertime activity, the Bill Anderson Fund Disaster Dash is coming up! The Dash is a fantastic opportunity to participate in a virtual 5k walk/run, with the proceeds going to support the Bill Anderson Fund’s (BAF) mission to expand the number of historically underrepresented minority professionals in the fields of hazards and disaster research, policy, and practice. Your support is more important than ever this year, as BAF has recently welcomed their largest cohort of doctoral student Fellows ever! Proceeds from this year’s Dash will support the expansion of the BAF’s professional development programming and research training.

A great moment to get out there in support and share with your friends/colleagues/networks!