VEMS27 Call for Presentations Now Open!

The 2027 Virginia Emergency Management Symposium (VEMS) is set to take place March 8 – March 11, 2027, at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Spotsylvania County, VA. We are looking forward to inviting our colleagues, partners, and collaborators back for another successful conference! The theme for the 2027 symposium, “Virginia Forward: Exceeding Expectations for Preparedness,” recognizes the diverse experiences, knowledge, and problem-solving skills Virginia emergency management professionals leverage to overcome challenges and prepare for the ever-dynamic threat and hazard landscape.

The Program Committee is currently accepting presentation proposals through 5:00 pm EDT, October 23, 2026. All presentation submissions are electronic.

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Registration Opening Soon!
2027 Virginia Emergency Management Symposium

March 8-11
Kalahari Resort | Spotsylvania

Co-Hosted by: Virginia Emergency Management Association & Virginia Department of Emergency Management

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The Virginia Emergency Management Association (VEMA) is a statewide organization that promotes and supports the twin goals of saving lives and protecting property during times of emergencies and disasters in Virginia. MISSION: "To promote, support and advocate for Emergency Management in the Commonwealth of Virginia." VISION: “The recognized expert and advocate for excellence in the management of emergency preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.” 

Welcome New Members!

  • Stephanie Cutlip, Central VA Community College
  • Jacob Davis, III, Hanover County Sheriffs Office
  • Brad Dougherty, Newport News Shipbuilding
  • Anne Duffus, US Coast Guard
  • Sonia Hunt, American Red Cross
  • Joseph Larson, Loudoun County Office of Emergency Management, Safety, and Security
  • Shawn Monroe, City of Suffolk
  • Joshua Mowery, Loudoun County Office of Emergency Management, Safety & Security
  • Edward Stiefvater, VCU
  • Virginia Department of Conservation & Recreation
  • Washington Gas
  • York County Fire Department

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