Family Assistance Workshop — Johannesburg, South Africa — March 27-28, 2012

The Family Assistance Foundation, in cooperation with Aviem International is conducting a two-day family assistance in Johannesburg, South Africa. The workshop will be held on March 27-28, 2012. This is a special two-day workshop for airports, airlines, cruise lines, business & industry, EMS, hospitals and all professionals involved in responding to disasters. You are always concerned about how best to support people affected by tragedy, whether an accident involves one family or thousands as we have seen in recent man-made and natural disasters. We face even further challenges when confronted with the additional complexities surrounding language, culture and religion.

This workshop will provide participants with an innovative approach to helping that transcends both language and culture. Participants will come away with the confidence to assist any person, regardless of their background.

Download the Workshop Brochure.

Click here to visit the Workshop website and register

Foundation Posts Fall 2011 Newsletter

The December 2011 Foundation newsletter reviews the year in articles and pictures and announces the 2012 Symposium. We are also happy to report on the opening of the Sept 11 Memorial in early 2012, featuring the "Wings Saga" which describes the story of the Sara Low family and how a set of American Airlines Flight Attendant Wings came to play a role in the war on terrorism. CLICK HERE to view the newsletter.

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.