Volume
58
Issue
5
DOI
10.34068/joe.58.05.12
Abstract
Disasters are deeply affecting communities and economies in the United States, and the role of Cooperative Extension in disaster management efforts continues to grow. We surveyed University of California Extension personnel to identify existing disaster management programs and future needs. We found that about one third of our respondents had been involved in preparing for, responding to, or helping communities recover from disasters. Respondents experienced having a variety of needs related to disaster preparedness and response systems, procedures, materials and equipment, and educational materials. Our findings revealed a critical need for program and professional development around disaster management for Cooperative Extension personnel.
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Recommended Citation
Koundinya, V., Chiarella, C., Kocher, S., & Kearns, F. (2020). Disasters Happen: Identifying Disaster Management Needs of Cooperative Extension System Personnel. The Journal of Extension, 58(5), Article 12. https://doi.org/10.34068/joe.58.05.12
