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Celebrating Native American Heritage Month: Keeping Their Communities Visible
This November, for Native American Heritage Month, we honor the rich history and diverse cultures of American Indians and Alaska Natives across the United States.
Become ‘Part of the Equity Equation’ in Disability Employment Awareness
Every October, we recognize the contributions that individuals with disabilities make to the workplace through National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
Financial Preparedness
With the impacts of climate change, disasters are becoming stronger and more prevalent. Individuals and families can prepare and become more resilient by creating their own disaster plan.
Making a Disaster Plan
With the impacts of climate change, disasters are becoming stronger and more prevalent. Individuals and families can prepare and become more resilient by creating their own disaster plan.
You Have a Plan – Now, Do You Have a Kit? | IEM’s Top 20 Emergency Supply Kit Essentials
Preparing for a disaster can could mean the difference between chaos and control during an emergency.
Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from September 15 to October 15 to recognize and celebrate the culture, achievements, and contributions of the Hispanic community in the United States.
Creating a Culture of Readiness in Black and African American Communities
For the second year in a row, the national Ready Campaign is continuing its efforts to reach historically underserved communities for National Preparedness Month. This year’s feature is a call to action for the Black and African American communities.
Preparedness Starts at Home | Building a Resilient Community
This National Preparedness Month, we encourage everyone to help build a stronger, more resilient nation by taking steps to prepare their loved ones and protect their home and communities before a disaster strikes. Climate disasters are becoming more frequent and severe over time. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the United States […]
National Book Lovers Day
Happy National Book Lovers Day! Every year, August 9th is a day meant to celebrate and encourage the love of reading. From informative non-fiction volumes to illustrative fiction stories, we love books and the opportunity to experience educational moments as well as escapes from reality! This year, in recognition of current events, the IEM Team […]
Staying safe starts with being prepared
For nearly four decades, helping communities prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate against disasters remains IEM’s priority.