Understanding how to communicate in a crisis will help you avoid mistakes that can undermine your credibility or result in confusion or even death. The key is staying connected with reliable public messaging and relaying it effectively to those who
Learn how you can help reduce actions and attitudes of backlash, revenge, victimhood, and other personal, social, and spiritual maladies before, during, and after disaster with this National Disaster Interfaiths Network (NDIN) tip sheet.
The Disaster Distress Helpline offers 24/7 year-round crisis counseling for individuals and families in emotional distress related to all hazards, natural or human-caused disaster via phone (1-800-985-5990) and SMS (text “TalkWithUs” to 66746).
This Tip Sheet includes guidance on identifying and coping with normal and abnormal stress reactions, and making mental health referrals.
This tip sheet can guide you as you help your congregants and the broader community during relief efforts and as they recover from the impact of a disaster. Pay attention to self-care as you care for others.
Lack of self-care may impair your decision-making and coping skills. Learning the tools and practices of self-care before a disaster occurs can help your overall well-being and health on a daily basis.
A continuity of operations plan (COOP) can significantly strengthen your ability to serve your community during and after disasters.
While shootings in houses of worship are rare, they can result in many fatalities and traumatize a community. As a religious leader, you should help your congregation be prepared for this type of crisis—and, if necessary, lead your community through
There are many things you can do as a religious leader both to help promote tolerance and to work with affected populations. This tip sheet shows you how.
Your facility may be needed as a shelter, service center, or similar during or after a disaster. This tip sheet helps you adapt your facility in a way that is consistent with your capabilities, and aligns with your mission and