Name: An Introduction to Disaster Planning in Troubled Times
Start: 2026-11-10T15:00:00-1000
End: 2026-11-10T15:45:00-1000

An Introduction to Disaster Planning in Troubled Times

Tuesday November 10, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm HST

[Online] Track 2

Subject to a range of increasingly devastating disasters, from earthquakes and tsunamis, to volcanic eruptions and hurricanes, Hawaiʻi is at risk for wildfires, flooding, sinkholes, and landslides. When facing a disaster, each of us needs to prepare for our own personal safety, and that of our families, while cultural heritage stewards also find themselves responsible for the care of physical and digital collections, the built environment, as well as the ʻāina itself. As one of the most isolated archipelagoes in the world, Hawaiʻi relies heavily on external sources for food and material supplies, but a statewide disaster may interrupt shipping lines, thereby cutting off much-needed, out-of-state resources. Although no one can predict the next disaster, we can plan ahead so we’re prepared to protect our cultural heritage.

Our presentation will focus on three important disaster planning steps that every institution or organization can start today: 1) drafting a (simple) disaster plan, 2) preparing a disaster kit, and 3) identifying useful resources. We envision this online, synchronous presentation as a necessary first step aimed to build a network of Hawaiʻi-based library, archives, and museum professionals trained in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery who can support each other and the community when needed.

Speakers

Liane Naauao

Paper Conservator, University of Hawaii at Manoa Library

Malia Van Heukelem

Art Archivist Librarian, University of Hawaii at Manoa Library

Malia oversees the Jean Charlot Collection, a large collection of artist papers, plus the Archive of Hawaii Artists & Architects at University of Hawaii at Manoa Library. Previously, she worked in the Library's Preservation Department, and has served as Collections Manager for the... Read More →

Tuesday November 10, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm HST
[Online] Track 2

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2026 HLA Conference

Liane Naauao

Malia Van Heukelem

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2026 HLA Conference

Liane Naauao

Malia Van Heukelem

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