As we conclude the first-ever National Emergency Management Awareness Month (NEMAM), we want to take a moment to reflect on what we’ve accomplished together. August was all about elevating the voices of emergency managers, showcasing the vital work being done in every community, and building new connections that strengthen our profession.

To all who participated – whether by hosting events, sharing stories, engaging with leaders, or amplifying our collective message – we thank you! Your dedication has not only made this inaugural effort a success, but it has also laid the foundation for what we expect will grow into an even stronger tradition. 

View the activity of NEMAM:

• Explore our StoryMap and this dashboard that showcases the participation that was captured.
  • This data includes all registered events, as well as those found through open-source searches (Google Alerts for “National Emergency Management Awareness Month”).
    • Note: Non-registered events were added in a good-faith effort, but may not be comprehensive. Let us know if we missed you!

The challenges we face as emergency managers are complex, but so is our capacity for innovation, collaboration, and resilience. NEMAM has shown what is possible when we come together with one purpose: to ensure our communities are ready, safe, and strong.

Help us to improve future NEMAM campaigns: 

• Please take a few minutes to complete our After Action Survey.
  • Your insights will guide us in shaping future National Emergency Management Awareness Months and help us amplify the story of our profession.

Thank you again for your energy, creativity, and commitment to this incredible profession. Together, we are building not just stronger communities, but a stronger sense of community.