Assignment

Throughout this course, various elements have been discussed/offered, including

PARTNERSHIPS with individuals, households, local officials, first responders, researchers, and others

ENGAGEMENT of those at risk in communities, especially those with social capital

RESILIENCE and RISK REDUCTION STRATEGIES

Write:

You are not only an emergency manager in your county, but also a graduate student completing your Masters in Emergency Management. After this class you discover that your office does not approach social vulnerabilities in your community in a complex way. How would you talk to your Director about the lack of attention to

diverse populations before, during, and after a disaster? What items would you use

from the textbook and other sources to make a persuasive argument?

Case Analysis papers should be a minimum of THREE FULL pages of text (typewritten), applying principles and concepts from course readings to given situations. Case Analysis papers should reflect 12-point font, double-line spacing, and the proper format (APA style) when citing or referencing published materials.