Being prepared for climate-induced disasters is both our civic duty and moral responsibility. Faith communities and their partners can make a big difference by planning ahead, practicing, and being ready to help wherever we live, work, and worship.
- Disasters & Religions App: Developed by NYDIS and NVOAD, download the app to find specific, practical information to help you engage or support religious individuals and groups across the disaster lifecycle – or build partnerships with faith communities. Download the app here: App Store | Google Play
- Disaster Tips Sheets for U.S. Religious Leaders (English/Español): Created by the National Disaster Interfaith Network, each Tip Sheet offers religious leaders in the U.S. all-hazards best practices and resource links about disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery – specifically of relevance to religious leaders, faith communities and faith-based organizations. Explore the Tip Sheets here>>
- FEMA’s Guide for Developing High-Quality Emergency Operation Plans for Houses of Worship: The guide not only provides recommendations on the development of plans to respond to an emergency, but also outlines how organizations can prevent, plan for, protect against, mitigate the impact of, and recover from these emergencies. Explore the guide here>>
- New York Disaster Interfaith Services (NYDIS) Free Emergency Response Trainings. Explore the calendar of upcoming events here>>