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Get ready for the 9th Annual Pennsylvania Emergency Preparedness and Homeland Security Conference (#KEMACon2026)! Hosted by the Keystone Emergency Management Association (KEMA), this year’s event will take place from September 27–29, 2026, at the Blair County Convention Center in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
Our theme for this year is “Strengthening Connections, Addressing the Threats of Tomorrow.” This focus highlights the critical need to build relationships and proactively identify emerging threats to improve emergency management across the state.
Why attend #KEMACon2026?
- Gain Actionable Insights: Discover new concepts, technologies, and best practices to enhance your preparedness, response, and recovery efforts.
- Improve Your Skills: Learn from experts and acquire new skills to better serve your community and organization.
- Expand Your Network: Connect with professionals, peers, and leaders from various sectors, including emergency management, public safety, and first response.
This is a can’t-miss event for anyone in emergency management, public safety, or related fields. Join us to learn, network, and help us build a more resilient Pennsylvania.
Need leadership approval? Use our Justification Toolkit to demonstrate how the insights from this conference will strengthen your department’s operations and strategic goals.
Online registration is now closed; however,
on-site registration will be available at the conference.
The on-site registration fee is $300 per person, payable by credit card only.
Check out the Conference Schedule
For questions or additional information, please contact the Conference Chair at
Conference@KEMA-PA.org.
2026 Conference Partners
