Our services
Community Disaster Resilience Outreach
We bring readiness and support where it's needed most.
What this is
Not only to respond, but to empower.
Our Community Disaster Resilience Outreach program strengthens neighborhoods before disaster strikes. We partner directly with local leaders, schools and residents to promote emergency planning, hazard awareness and practical response strategies.
Through workshops, drills and public education, we equip communities with the skills and confidence to respond effectively to crises, from power outages and flooding to wildfires and earthquakes. This outreach extends to both urban and rural communities.
Our mission is not only to respond, but to empower, bridging the gap between awareness and action. By building strong local networks and providing free training and resources, we help communities adapt, recover and thrive no matter what emergency they face.
Where to start
Things to know before it happens
- Create a family emergency contact card
- Store extra water and nonperishable food
- Agree a fire escape plan and practice it
- Practice your home evacuation route
- Learn basic first aid and CPR skills
- Assemble a small emergency supply kit
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More from IERF
- Emergency Preparedness TrainingThere are many ways to prepare, but few know where to start.
- Training CoursesOur certified courses prepare everyday heroes to respond.
- First Responder TrainingWe build the skills and confidence to assist in an emergency.
- Community SupportYour support powers our mission and helps communities thrive.