Unity, Resilience, and Democracy: Lessons from the 2024 DNC for Emergency Management and Beyond
The 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC) not only energized the Democratic base but also delivered messages that resonate beyond party lines, especially with those who are tasked with protecting our communities—Emergency Managers. The themes of unity, resilience, and safeguarding democracy were clear and relevant to the work of Emergency Managers nationwide. A Crossroads for the […]
Ensuring Security and Safety at Voting Stations: A Nonpartisan Priority for the Upcoming Election
As the United States gears up for the 2024 election, the focus on voting security and safety is more crucial than ever. This year’s election, like those before it, is a defining moment for the nation, and ensuring that every citizen can vote freely and securely is a responsibility that transcends political affiliation. The stakes […]
Responding to Hurricane Ernesto: Leveraging WebEOC and Crisis Track for Effective Emergency Management
As Hurricane Ernesto threatens to escalate into a major hurricane, its impact is already being felt across the Caribbean. After battering Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, the storm is now churning toward Bermuda with the potential to intensify into a Category 3 hurricane. With sustained winds of 85 mph and expected to increase to […]
Eliminate Emergency Management Problems Before a Crisis or Disaster Happens
Think about how your organization handled its last crisis. Was the emergency response successful? How was the communication between the departments and other stakeholders? Was there effective coordination between parties? Now think about the resources. Were they adequate to meet the demands during the emergency, or was there a shortfall? Did the necessary responders arrive […]
WebEOC Campus Makes Returning to Campus From COVID-19 Less Stressful for Staff and Students
The COVID-19 pandemic is slowly getting under control, and with vaccines now available for many, educators are preparing for the new normal on campus. With the pandemic not yet over, safely opening your doors requires special attention and detail. In our webinar, “Essential Workflows and Capabilities to Manage a Safe Return to Campus,” we hear […]
5 Best Practices and Recommendations for Preparing for an Active Shooter
In 2020, the United States saw a 47 percent increase in mass shootings with a record-breaking 611 critical events and 513 deaths. These figures—both tragic and alarming—represent a growing trend in violence and a call for organizations and educational institutions to heighten protection and response strategies. The lamentable truth today is that violence threatens every […]
The Better Angels of Our Nature: Juvare Reflections on Thanksgiving
by: Akshay Birla It’s hard to not be contemplative at this time of the year on a regular year, but 2020 certainly takes that to a whole new level. As we continue to process the year that has been and look forward to the light at the end of the tunnel, there is a lot […]
Higher Education institutions can’t afford insufficient emergency management processes
The number of major events in 2020 has caused many organizations to step back and reassess how they can more effectively perform emergency preparedness and response activities. This is especially true of college and university campuses as they have been challenged more than ever by the increased variety of health and safety threats. Leadership at […]
A roadmap to making your case for emergency management technology
It’s not difficult to find agreement among business leaders about the necessity to be prepared for unexpected emergencies, critical incidents, and disasters. Most can agree on preparedness as the destination, but then have varying opinions about how to get there. At many businesses, it’s difficult to shake the old “this is the way we’ve always […]
Hurricane Zeta: Resources and Information
Hurricane Zeta is continuing to strengthen in the Gulf of Mexico and is anticipated to make landfall in Louisiana later Wednesday. According to the National Hurricane Center, Zeta has grown into a Category 2 storm, which is stronger than was initially anticipated. The storm is expected to move into eastern Louisiana, south of New Orleans, […]