NPM Week-Three-In-Review Journal
America is comprised of people from all different cultural backgrounds, but it is universally important for everyone to have a plan in the event of an emergency. In addition to the English-language Ready Campaign, we have also developed a Spanish-language extension of the campaign called Listo.
The third week of NPM focused on multicultural preparedness. Several events and activities were hosted by our National Preparedness Month Coalition Members to help everyone get prepared.
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- Celebrate Diversity National Neighborhood Day - Los Angeles, CA
- Hispanic-American Professional and Business Women's Association Emergency Preparedness Workshop - Orlando, FL
Celebrate Diversity National Neighborhood Day - Los Angeles, CA
POSTED on 9/28/2007
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Over 350 stakeholders enjoyed the Street Festival and Health Fair at Vineyard Recreation Center. Information regarding National Preparedness Month and disaster preparation including Ready Kids Coloring Books, Ready, Set, Prepare and Preparing for Disaster booklets were provided by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Also, Safe-T-Proof provided Quake Cottage, an 8.0 earthquake simulator, which demonstrated the potential damage caused by "the big one" and information on the likelihood of such a magnitude quake in the near future.
The Los Angeles Police Department, the Department of Insurance, Healthy 5 A Day, the Exposition Construction Authority and Homeland Security provided helpful information to the community stakeholders. Hispanic Heritage Month was also celebrated with a booth providing information in Spanish.
Los Angeles, CA
The first-annual "Celebrate Diversity National Neighborhood Day" event provided a great time of fun and education for the community. It was a time to meet new neighbors, reacquaint with old ones and think about what we can do in good times and in times of disaster, if need be.
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Hispanic-American Professional and Business Women's Association Emergency Preparedness Workshop - Orlando, FL
POSTED on 9/28/2007
Orlando, FL
Orlando, FL
Fifteen different business professionals participated in the workshop. Discussion topics included an overview of the Orlando Operations Center, business emergency preparedness, business preparedness plans, business continuity plans, and general disaster preparedness for natural and man-made disasters.
Orlando, FL
At the end of the presentation the participants had the opportunity to enter into a drawing to win an emergency supply kit donated by the American Red Cross of Central Florida.
By preparing yourself, your family, and your businesses you allow first responders to prioritize efforts and aid to those most effected.
If you need additional information, contact the City at 321-235-5432 or Orlando.OEM@CityofOrlando.net
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