The CLaSH vision

Transforming the science of cascading geohazards to enable a resilient society

 

The CLaSH Mission

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Catalyze a paradigm of cascading hazards science by leveraging new and existing data to predict how solid earth and critical zone processes interact with storms to impact future threats.

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Galvanize a community of researchers who accelerate convergence and innovation in cascading geohazard science.

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Improve resilience of susceptible communities by establishing strong partnerships with scientific and public service organizations that enhance collaboration, expand inclusivity, and exchange knowledge.

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Prepare the future geohazard workforce for new challenges by broadening participation and providing dynamic programs that emphasize field training, engagement during disasters, and critical computational skills.

CLash values

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Innovation: develop research, education and outreach to transform cascading hazards science, empower communities and train a comprehensive workforce

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Collaboration: engaging community and scientific partners to enhance research and societal resilience

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Engagement: advancing participation in the geosciences and workforce to enrich land surface hazards understanding, preparedness and response

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Community: cultivating shared values in all CLaSH activities and programs, for Center personnel and trainees, external partners and the communities we engage

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Transparency