ASPA’s Section on Emergency and Crisis Management seeks to improve the quality of emergency management in the public sector. @ASPANational
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10 Sep 2025
Please join us for our first SECM webinar on Redefining Disaster Response:
Strengthening Local and Regional Emergency Management Systems on Thursday, September 25, 2025 from 1pm to 2pm (EST). Registration link below:
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9 Jun 2025
Be sure to shop current ASPA Section on Emergency and Crisis Management swag at our Cafe Press store, which can be found at: cafepress.com/shop/ASPAsSECM…. We will be working to add more to the collection.
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16 Apr 2025
Caleb Cage is conducting research around state-level responses to the COVID-19 pandemic and is seeking to interview people who were involved in state responses in Colorado and North Dakota. He would be grateful for any suggestions.
Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/caleb-cage-1…
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Prepare for possible power outages this week due to various severe weather threats across the country. Be sure to:
• Get real-time weather updates with the FEMA App: fema.gov/app
• Keep phones and batteries charged.
• Use generators outdoors, away from windows.
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If a winter storm is affecting your area, make sure you are prepared for potential power outages. Have your emergency supplies ready with a flashlight, blankets, & food. Keep your phones charged and have multiple ways of receiving alerts. Being #WinterReady means being informed!
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It’s normal to feel anxiety after a disaster. Trained crisis counselors from @distressline here to help and can provide support 24/7 in English, Spanish, or American Sign Language (videophone available).
📱Call or text 1-800-985-5990
💻Visit disasterdistress.samhsa.gov
ALT Promotional image for the Disaster Distress Helpline featuring the text "YOU ARE NOT IN THIS ALONE" with a series of abstract human figures in green below. Includes contact information for 24/7 support.
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29 Jan 2025
NASPAA will be holding its first regional conference since 2019 (pre-pandemic) at KAPSARC in Riyadh (KSA) in late May. It is a great opportunity to meet colleagues from around the world. The abstract deadline is February 28th, 2005. For the details, see: naspaa.org/2025-conferences-…
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24 Jan 2025
Join us for our next webinar: State of Mitigation: Nationwide through the lense of different groups. Registration required: forms.gle/4aYcKPFUb656dYz57
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14 Jan 2025
In the wake of increasing natural disasters, reducing burdens for those evacuating to special needs shelters is crucial. Our latest article offers recommendations to ease administrative burdens. Thanks to @RatnaDough and @DrEcoclaire for all of their hard work on this article!
13 Jan 2025
Bringing some levity to the day, we've got first publication of the year! @RebeccaEntress @DrEcoclaire and I looked at evacuation admin burdens for the special needs pop during Hurricane Irma, and unsurprisingly, psychological costs were most prevalent
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Colder temps & possible snowstorms are forecast in many states this week. The FEMA app will ensure you're ready with safety tips & real-time alerts. Download it today to stay safe this winter: fema.gov/app
More #WinterReady tips via @readygov: ready.gov/winter-ready
ALT The fema app can help you plan, protect, recover.
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3 Dec 2024
#ThisWeek is out with alerts, #ASPA2025 reminders, program updates, #Jobs and more! Check out your copy in your inbox and get involved with ASPA #ThisWeek! icont.ac/50Utz
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Disaster assistance funds are still available for #Helene & #Milton survivors! Apply today if you haven't done so already via:
- Online: disasterassistance.gov
- FEMA APP: fema.gov/app
- Call: 800-621-3362
- Visit a Disaster Recovery Center: fema.gov/drc
ALT 4 Ways to Apply for Disaster Assistance: Online: disasterassistance.gov FEMA App: download the FEMA app In person at one of our disaster recovery centers: fema.gov/drc Call 8006213362
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25 Nov 2024
SUBMISSION CALL: The William Petak Best Paper Award is now open and accepting submissions. Both SECM members and non-members are welcome to apply. Application deadline: 2/15/25. See flyer for more information.
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31 Oct 2024
The University of Utah is excited to invite applications for the division’s next Chair and faculty member, to be hired at the rank of Full Professor. See job ad here: employment.utah.edu/salt-lak…
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30 Oct 2024
Who helped the baby pumpkin cross the road? The crossing gourd. 😂
Help to keep all the pumpkins in your life safe this #Halloween !
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.@FEMA_deanne was in SC this week to check on recovery efforts, survey damages, & meet with survivors at a local Disaster Recovery Center. We have 60 centers open across states affected by #Helene & #Milton & approved $1B disaster assistance funds.
➡️ fema.gov/press-release/20241…
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23 Oct 2024
#NorthCarolina: Have you read your letter from @FEMA?
If you applied for #Helene assistance, you will receive a letter from us within 10 days.
Read your letter carefully—we may need more information to approve your application.
Info: fema.gov/fact-sheet/have-you…
ALT Read FEMA's decision letter carefully. FEMA will review your application and inspection information, and a decision letter will be sent to you by mail or through your DisasterAssistance.gov account. You might need to visit disasterassistance.gov and update your personal information or upload documents. You can also file a written appeal.
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21 Oct 2024
Our annual #FoundersFellows program is accepting applications! If you're a rising star in public admin and want some career-boosting resources, check out the details and apply by Nov. 11!
More info: aspanet.org/foundersfellows
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If you're a homeowner applying for disaster assistance, you must provide documentation that proves your ownership of the damaged primary residence.
If you need guidance on how to provide proof of ownership & occupancy, you have options: fema.gov/assistance/individu…
#Helene
#Milton
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15 Oct 2024
Super excited to share that our work looking at the administrative burdens faced by special needs pop. at shelters during Hurricane Irma was accepted by American Review of Public Administration! @RebeccaEntress @DrEcoclaire Stay tuned for the article link once published @usf_spa
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