Crisis Connectivity: Digital Inclusion Before, During, and After Disasters

This NDIA & Mission Telecom-sponsored webinar continues the conversation started at Net Inclusion 2025, shifting from challenges to solutions for digital equity before, during, and after a disaster. Panelists will share experiences and knowledge on how to address this issue so participants can develop a practical blueprint for communities to better prepare, respond, and recover from disasters.

In this webinar, you'll learn how to identify common gaps in disaster response and explore approaches for addressing these gaps through funding, policy, and partnerships. You'll also gain insight into new collaboration models that unite providers, funders and social-good organizations to ensure no community is left disconnected in times of crisis.

Panelists

• Amy Huffman, Policy Director, NDIA (Moderator)
• Rhea Yaw Ching, Executive Director, Mission Telecom
• Sara Nichols, Energy & Economic Development Manager, Land of Sky
• Sabra Johnson, Office of Major Programs & Initiatives, County of Los Angeles
• Dianne Connery, Development Director, Pottsboro Library