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6th Biennial Resilient Virginia Conference: Moving Virginia Forward

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6th Biennial Resilient Virginia Conference: Moving Virginia Forward

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2025 Resilient Virginia Conference

Join us for the 6th Biennial Resilient Virginia Conference at James Madison University, bringing together resilience practitioners, researchers, and policymakers from across Virginia. This statewide event is dedicated to peer-to-peer learning, networking, and collaboration around advancing resilience at the state, regional, and community levels.

5 Ways to Take Part in the Conference

1. Be an Active Voice

Resilient Virginia is seeking dynamic speakers, thought leaders, and practitioners for the conference. We are currently inviting proposals for presentations, panels, workshops, and case studies that address critical issues in resilience planning and implementation and advance holistic, inclusive, and long-lasting resilience strategies across the Commonwealth. Successful proposals will align with the conference’s mission to move Virginia forward through integrated, actionable, and forward-thinking strategies. Learn more about submitting a proposal. Learn more

Submission deadline is Tuesday, May 6, 2025.

2. Showcase Your Work

Resilient Virginia is now taking submissions for the Moving Virginia Forward Poster Session. The session will take place on Wednesday, July 23rd, at the 2025 Resilient Virginia Conference in King Hall at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA from 7-9pm. This year, we have 25 poster slots that will highlight contributions and research that is helping Virginia move forward. Learn more

Submission deadline is Friday, June 27, 2025.

3. Be a Part of the Conference Experience

Conference attendees will explore innovative, systems-based approaches to climate adaptation, equity, economic sustainability, and community resilience. The conference will feature engaging breakout sessions, interactive workshops, thought-provoking plenaries, and opportunities for meaningful 1:1 conversations. Whether you’re working in local government, academia, nonprofit sectors, or private industry, this conference offers valuable insights and connections to help build a more resilient and equitable future for Virginia.

Resilient Virginia members receive a 20% discount on registration. Join today to get the member discount!

Register today for the early bird rate!

2019 Resilient Virginia Conference 2019 Resilient Virginia ConferenceThe conference is an excellent opportunity to showcase your organization’s resiliency products, services, and programs to a highly focused audience.

4. Partner With Us 

Sponsors will receive extensive virtual and in-person brand exposure before, during, and after the conference, as well as an on-site exhibit table, presentation opportunities, and a Sponsor-only reception to be held July 22.

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5. Engage With our Conference Community 

Exhibitors will be highlighted on the Resilient Virginia website and in the event program, with opportunities to showcase their products and services at the conference, with dedicated time at the July 23rd Conference Reception.

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The Resilience Calendar

  • Purchasing Under FEMA Awards Training: Emergency or Exigency
    Date: September 15, 2025
    Location: Virtual

    This training educates recipients and subrecipients on the federal procurement under grants rules applicable when purchasing during exigency or emergency circumstances. This training is appropriate for FEMA award recipients and subrecipients, including: state, local,…

  • Managing Forests as Habitat in a Changing World
    Date: September 16, 2025
    Location: Virtual

    This 12-part monthly webinar series will feature interactive panel discussions that explore shifting impacts on forest habitats and adaptation options for natural resources management. Panels will represent a diversity of scientists and natural resource…

  • Community Conversations for Appalachian Regional Commission’s New Strategic Plan
    Date: September 17, 2025
    Location: Virtual

    Every five years, ARC works with its federal, state and community partners on a strategic plan that guides our investments throughout Appalachia’s 13-state, 423-county region. Their current strategic plan expires next year, so…

  • Purchasing Under FEMA Awards Training: Introduction
    Date: September 23, 2025
    Location: Virtual

    This training provides an overview of the federal procurement under grants rules for recipients and subrecipients when purchasing under a FEMA grant. This training is appropriate for FEMA award recipients and subrecipients, including: state,…

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Over 200 leaders, experts, and community advocates gathered at James Madison University this July for the 2025 Resilient Virginia Conference, themed “Moving Virginia Forward.” The two-day event offered a powerful mix of strategic insights, grassroots innovation, and hands-on learning—from climate-smart infrastructure and equity-driven planning to immersive experiences like the Science on a Sphere and FIRST Chesapeake’s “Robot Petting Zoo.”

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