Disasters pose problems for resource management that are different from those in more routine emergency events. Disasters may require the use of resources (personnel & corporate, facilities, supplies, and equipment) from multiple organizations and jurisdictions; as well, may require the use of non- traditional resources. After a large-scale disaster, local governments do not have the capacity to manage the over- whelming needs of an entire community. With dependence on municipal services, residents are exposed to long-term recovery efforts. When it comes to emergency management and emergency preparedness, we all have a role to play. Individual citizens and communities, academia, emergency first responders, the private sector, faith based and volunteer organizations, and all levels of government must work together to provide an effective and coordinated response to disaster. Bridges of Love’s Faith Emergency Preparedness Initiative’s goal is to facilitate the development of a network of coordinated local churches to complement and enhance performance with existing secular emergency management agencies. As the various sectors collaborate with a sharing of resources and expertise, the impact of disasters on individuals and communities CAN be significantly reduced. FAITH EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS INITIATIVE CHURCHES RESPONDING TO THE NEEDS OF THEIR COMMUNITY CONTACT Marg Pollon Founding Director Bridges of Love Ministry Society 109 Fairway View, NW High River, AB T1V 1C9 Office: 403.649.0087 Mobile: 403.616.0536 Please visit our web sites www.bridgesoflove.net www.bridgesoflove.ca Charitable Registration Number 84741 4471 RR0001 CHURCHES HELPING NEIGHBOURS [email protected]
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Disasters pose problems for resource management that are different from those in more routine emergency events. Disasters may require the use of resources (personnel & corporate, facilities, supplies, and equipment) from multiple organizations and jurisdictions; as well, may require the use of non-traditional resources. After a large-scale disaster, local governments do not have the capacity to manage the over-whelming needs of an entire community. With dependence on municipal services, residents are exposed to long-term recovery efforts.
When it comes to emergency management and emergency preparedness, we all have a role to play. Individual citizens and communities, academia, emergency first responders, the private sector, faith based and volunteer organizations, and all levels of government must work together to provide an effective and coordinated response to disaster.
Bridges of Love’s Faith Emergency Preparedness Initiative’s goal is to facilitate the development of a network of coordinated local churches to complement and enhance performance with existing secular emergency management agencies. As the various sectors collaborate with a sharing of resources and expertise, the impact of disasters on individuals and communities CAN be significantly reduced.