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How can you involve marginalized communities in emergency planning?

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Emergency planning is a crucial process that aims to reduce the impact of disasters and enhance the resilience of communities. However, not all communities have the same access, resources, and representation in emergency planning. Marginalized communities, such as those facing poverty, discrimination, disability, or isolation, may have specific needs, vulnerabilities, and strengths that are often overlooked or ignored by mainstream emergency planning. How can you involve marginalized communities in emergency planning and ensure that their voices are heard and their rights are respected? Here are some tips and strategies to help you.

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Engage community representatives:

Directly connect with community leaders and advocates to gather insights. Use interviews, focus groups, and workshops to understand their unique needs and preferences.### *Build lasting trust:Be transparent about your goals and provide consistent updates. Respect their autonomy and recognize their expertise to foster strong, collaborative relationships.

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1 Identify and engage

The first step is to identify who are the marginalized communities in your area and what are their characteristics, challenges, and capacities. You can use existing data, such as census, surveys, or reports, to get a general overview, but you also need to engage directly with the communities and their representatives, such as community leaders, organizations, or advocates. You can use various methods, such as interviews, focus groups, workshops, or surveys, to gather information and feedback from the communities. The goal is to understand their perspectives, needs, preferences, and expectations regarding emergency planning and response.

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Amber G.

National Senior Watch Officer (TS/SCI) US Department of Homeland Security Emergency Management Expert | Innovative Program Strategist | Community Planner | Change Agent | Transformational Leader
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Reach out to marginalized communities through targeted outreach efforts, such as community meetings, workshops, or focus groups.

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Joaquin Taguacta

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Involving citizens in homeland security efforts is one of the most powerful tools to increase the resilience and defense of the homeland. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has recognized this purpose and created an engagement process called Building Resilience with Diverse Communities (BRDC) ‘to improve relationships with faith-based and community organizations’ that are underrepresented or traditionally unreached in emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts. While integrating citizens into homeland security plans has many potential benefits, significant challenges are involved in this process.

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2 Build trust and relationships

The second step is to build trust and relationships with the marginalized communities and their representatives. You need to acknowledge and address any barriers, such as language, culture, literacy, or mistrust, that may prevent effective communication and collaboration. You need to be transparent and accountable about your goals, roles, and responsibilities, and respect the communities' autonomy and dignity. You need to provide regular and consistent information and updates, and listen to their concerns and feedback. You need to recognize and appreciate their contributions and expertise, and offer incentives and recognition for their participation.

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Joaquin Taguacta

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In particular, citizens who are informed and engaged and who actively participate in homeland security can provide the basis for more resilient homeland security strategies. They are more likely to proactively contribute to their communities and identify threats, and better prepared to respond to emergencies, both in the short. This can help to build community resilience for the future

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3 Co-create and empower

The third step is to co-create and empower the marginalized communities in the emergency planning process. You need to involve them in all stages, from assessment, to design, to implementation, to evaluation. You need to use participatory and inclusive methods, such as co-design, co-production, or co-evaluation, that allow the communities to share their ideas, opinions, and solutions, and have a say in the decision-making. You need to provide them with the necessary support, resources, and training, to enhance their skills, knowledge, and confidence. You need to empower them to take action and lead their own initiatives, and support their networks and collaborations.

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4 Monitor and improve

The fourth step is to monitor and improve the emergency planning process and outcomes with the marginalized communities. You need to collect and analyze data, such as indicators, feedback, or stories, that measure the impact and effectiveness of the emergency planning activities and interventions. You need to involve the communities in the monitoring and evaluation process, and solicit their feedback and suggestions. You need to report and share the results and lessons learned with the communities and other stakeholders, and celebrate the achievements and successes. You need to identify and address any gaps, challenges, or issues, and make adjustments and improvements as needed.

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Amber G.

National Senior Watch Officer (TS/SCI) US Department of Homeland Security Emergency Management Expert | Innovative Program Strategist | Community Planner | Change Agent | Transformational Leader
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Conduct a pulse check and hot-wash with the staff that is leading the outreach efforts. This will help identify any potential signs of problems. It is a great opportunity to capture lessons learned and best practices.

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5 Respect and advocate

The fifth step is to respect and advocate for the marginalized communities and their rights in the emergency planning process and beyond. You need to respect their diversity, culture, identity, and values, and avoid any stereotypes, biases, or discrimination. You need to advocate for their rights, interests, and needs, and challenge any policies, practices, or structures that may exclude, marginalize, or harm them. You need to promote their visibility, recognition, and inclusion, and amplify their voices and stories. You need to support their empowerment, resilience, and well-being, and foster their long-term engagement and partnership.

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Amber G.

National Senior Watch Officer (TS/SCI) US Department of Homeland Security Emergency Management Expert | Innovative Program Strategist | Community Planner | Change Agent | Transformational Leader
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Take the culturally sensitive approach. Recognize and respect the unique needs, values, and cultural practices of marginalized communities. Tailor emergency planning efforts to address these specific requirements, ensuring inclusivity and sensitivity throughout the process.

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6 Learn and share

The sixth step is to learn and share your experiences and insights from involving marginalized communities in emergency planning. You need to reflect on your own learning, challenges, and achievements, and identify your strengths and areas for improvement. You need to share your knowledge, skills, and resources with other emergency planners and practitioners, and learn from their best practices and innovations. You need to contribute to the evidence base and the policy dialogue on how to involve marginalized communities in emergency planning effectively and ethically. You need to continue to learn and improve your practice and impact.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Amber G.

National Senior Watch Officer (TS/SCI) US Department of Homeland Security Emergency Management Expert | Innovative Program Strategist | Community Planner | Change Agent | Transformational Leader
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Representation: Ensure that marginalized communities have a seat at the table by actively including their voices in decision-making processes. This can be achieved through diverse representation on planning committees, task forces, or advisory boards.

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1 Identify and engage

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4 Monitor and improve

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6 Learn and share

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5 Respect and advocate

6 Learn and share

7 Here’s what else to consider

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