Strengthening Communities: Funding & Training for a Red Hook Community Plan

ft. Jill Cornell, Community Engagement Program Manager at NYC Emergency Management

In Red Hook, where the impacts of Hurricane Sandy still resonate, building strong community connections is key to emergency preparedness. Join us for a special event with Jill Cornell, Community Engagement Program Manager at NYC Emergency Management, to learn how we can build a local coalition to access funding and training through the Strengthening Communities Program.This program unites local organizations, institutions, and residents to co-create a community-specific emergency plan. Nonprofits, tenant leaders, business owners, and neighbors are invited for the opportunity to connect across sectors and build a Red Hook-wide coalition ready to respond to future crises.Through this program, our coalition can:

• Receive funding to build and lead a Community Emergency Plan
• Create a neighborhood resource map and identify shared vulnerabilities
• Develop a communication strategy and volunteer/donation management plans
• Get coaching, peer learning, and support to strengthen our network
• Gain a formal role in the City’s emergency response infrastructure

Together, we can ensure that Red Hook is prepared for the next disaster. Let’s build a resilient future.Come learn how to participate and strengthen a neighborhood coalition for emergency planning with the full support of NYC Emergency Management.

Host or Publisher Resilient Red Hook