Memory, Medicine, and Law: Reflecting on the 20th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina
September 11 – Smithsonian National Museum of African Art
Award Ceremony and Keynote.
This event features lifetime achievement award winners and a special keynote by Professor Dorothy Roberts in conversation with Professor Michele Goodwin. Join us for an inspiring evening featuring our keynote address, networking, and a shared meal with fellow attendees. Early registration is recommended to secure your spot. (Limited Seating Available)
September 12–13 – Armchair Discussions
Engage in thought-provoking conversations with distinguished speakers and experts, offering unique perspectives and in-depth insights on the symposium’s themes.
Join us in Washington, DC from September 11–13, 2025, for a powerful symposium that brings together leading voices from law, public health, policy, and community advocacy. Hosted at Georgetown University’s Capitol Campus, this convening will explore the enduring legacy of Hurricane Katrina through the lenses of justice, healing, and collective memory.
2025 marks 20 years since Hurricane Katrina’s landfall and five years since the devastating outbreak of COVID in the United States. What lessons in public health, law, and society can be learned from critical moments in recent U.S. history? This convening situates Hurricane Katrina serving as a metaphor and moment to understand not only disaster, but also how societies and governments respond to tragedy.
This program is eligible for Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit. Attendees seeking credit will have the opportunity to sign in at applicable sessions and complete all required documentation.