The Center for Disaster Philanthropy is hosting a webinar titled “Systemic Racism: Disasters Expose It – How Do We Address It?” on Thursday, May 13 at 2 p.m. ET to look at how COVID-19 and other disasters make the presence of systemic racism more obvious. Continue reading…
Register now for a free virtual symposia series in May! Topics include helping children cope with COVID fatigue, how to help staff with burnout and public criticism, lessons learned from a wildfire during a pandemic, and how to find humor when you’re just trying to survive. Continue reading…
Know someone in the Omaha area interested in local food production and food access? Nebraska Extension is partnering with AmeriCorps to hire VISTA Summer Associates to serve at Cooper Farm this summer. Continue reading…
Life-threatening emergencies can happen fast and emergency responders aren’t always nearby. You may be able to save a life by taking simple actions immediately. The Until Help Arrives program teaches basic skills to help keep people alive and safe until professional help arrives. Continue reading…
The next Emergency Action Plan Submission Window opens May 1 for Zones 5, 7, 9, 11, and Raising Nebraska. Nebraska Extension and UNL’s Office of Emergency Preparedness and Planning encourages county Extension offices and Extension units to have plans in place for disasters and emergencies. Continue reading…
Nebraska Extension and UNL’s Office of Emergency Planning and Preparedness are proud to recognize 37 county Extension offices for their efforts to complete emergency action plans (EAPs) during the first quarter of 2021. Continue reading…