2012 International Humanitarian Assistance Symposium Announced: June 7 & 8, 2012
Miami, FL

The Family Assistance Foundation is pleased to announce that the International Humanitarian Assistance Symposium will be held in Miami, June 7th and 8th, 2012. Organized by The Family Assistance Foundation and Intercruises Shoreside & Port Services, the symposium will enhance industry response to emergencies and disasters, uniting different sectors through knowledge sharing and thus ensuring those involved in an unforeseen tragedy are given the support they need. The two-day event will consist of a series of educational panels, practical workshops and experiences recounted first hand by disaster and accident survivors. CLICK HERE for more information or visit the Symposium website at www.ihas2012.com.

online event registration by Regonline

We are now accepting nominations for the Sharing the Journey™, Compassion Consciousness™, & Heart Awards™ which will be presented at the IHAS 2012 Gala Dinner on the evening of June 7. The Sharing the Journey Award™ will be given to two survivors and two employees who have offered assistance that furthers the Foundation's mission of empowering people following tragedy. The Compassion Consciousness Award™ will be given to one individual who works in a field where survivor/family assistance is its primary function and who, in that capacity, contributes to the development and productivity of all who are committed to helping people in crisis. The Heart Award™ will be given to an organization that has risen to the extreme challenges caused by extraordinary events and has demonstrated outstanding leadership in responding to the public and serving families, employees, and other survivors directly impacted by the event. Nominations should reflect service with families during the past five years. Recipients need not be present to win. Deadline for submitting nominations is April 27, 2012. For more information or to nominate an award recipient, click here:

• Sharing the Journey Award™
• Compassion Consciousness Award™
• The Heart Award™

Foundation Posts Spring 2012 Newsletter

The April 2012 Foundation newsletter highlights the upcoming IHAS 2012, with detailed info. on the conference program, survivors, speakers & sponsors. Also featured is an article with tips on communicating during crisis, as well as updates on recent Foundation activities. CLICK HERE to view the newsletter.