WTFem exists to connect and support women in and seeking to enter the emergency management and disaster response industries.
At WTFem, we need your involvement! Join our mailing list to stay connected. Engage with our LinkedIn group. Volunteer! Volunteers can review resumes, facilitate or speak at events, join the grants committee, be interviewed for the 10Q series and so much more. We invite organizations (public and private) to join us as a host and/or sponsor too. Reach out to learn more.
Effective emergency management and disaster response requires the whole community to be engaged. What’s more – the emergency management and disaster response industry offers great careers across the government, private, and public sectors. In “EM”, you can help people and make a good living. Many career paths in this field have accessible entry points for people with and without post-secondary education, and there are many training opportunities and certificate programs. There are also increasing numbers of undergraduate and post-graduate programs (many listed here!). Emergency management and disaster response jobs are increasingly common across our communities. From your local government to your local grocery store, from the school district to the major employers in your community. Learn more about EM, engage with our events and resources to find professional support, share with us and let’s learn together. That is why WTFem exists. Join us!
We created WTFem as a tool to support women in and seeking to join the emergency management community. WTFem shares resources, data, and personal experiences in one spot and we link to other groups doing the work – mentoring, education, scholarships, etc. Quite simply, we spend a lot of time looking for this information so we thought to make it easier for others to find!
Since 2020, the United States has faced record-high inflation, making many Americans more concerned than ever about their job security. A recent article from U.S. News & World Report titled the “Best Jobs in America” curated a list of the most secure jobs in the country.
AshBritt CEO says emergency management, construction and other related industries are “failing to connect well-suited women with well-paying jobs” in the field
The voices communicating the urgency of an incoming hurricane and making essential decisions for their community in the aftermath are becoming more diverse. However, there is still a long way to go[…]
Due to the ongoing response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton, we’re postponing the WTFem Grant announcements to November 1, 2024.
Stay tuned for updates on job opportunities in the WTFem LinkedIn Group as recovery efforts continue. Our thoughts are with everyone affected, and we hope you and your loved ones stay safe.
To stay updated, subscribe at https://lnkd.in/eFj46yHX.
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When she started, Moana Kioa was only the second female working for the National Emergency Management Office (NEMO) in Tonga.
“I realized I can add value and help as a woman,” Moana says. “My dream was to do something to make a difference for women who suffer the impacts of disasters here in Tonga. Every day of my life in my job, I want to produce results, and I want to help reduce suffering due to disaster impacts.”
We love supporting & showcasing female leaders – like Moana – in disaster management. 🤍
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Effective emergency management and disaster response requires the whole community to be engaged. The 4 phases of emergency management are:
⚠️ Mitigation
⚠️ Preparedness
⚠️ Response️
⚠️ Recovery
Was there a particular disaster event that you experienced that inspired you to get involved in EM? Share your story with us in the comments below!
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At WTFem, we need your action and involvement.
Volunteer with us! Join our mailing list to stay connected! Engage with our LinkedIn group! 🗣️🗣️🗣️ https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12855975/
Visit our site to learn more about all of the ways you can participate - link in bio.
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Women in emergency management serve at every level – from directors, planners, trainers and responders to managers, coordinators, liaisons and policy makers.
Who would you nominate for recognition in your own community? ⭐
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🚨 The 2024 WTFem Grant Program is officially open! 🚨 We’re excited to support women making strides in emergency management and disaster response. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, our grants are here to empower and elevate your career.
Ready to advance your career or know someone who is? Apply now at the link in our bio and spread the word!
Interested in partnering with us? Email us at info@wtfem.org!
Together, let’s make a difference! 🌟
Apply now at the link in our bio! 🔗
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Did you know?
WTFem has participated in 20+ conference panels and events with 1,000+ audience members and panelists from the federal, state, local government, NGOs, and the private sector. This includes speaking panels, happy hours, and networking dinners.
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🌟 Event Alert!🌟
On August 20, 2024, join the Massachusetts Women in Emergency Management as they unite women emergency managers from across Massachusetts for a morning of transformative learning and connection.
This event will feature:
🔹 Sharing invaluable lessons, triumphs, and innovative solutions
🔹 Inspiring conversations and idea exchanges
🔹 Building a supportive community for collective and individual growth
🗓️ Date: August 20, 2024
⏰ Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
📍 Location: 43 Airport Rd, Beverly, MA 01915 & Virtual
Learn more and register at the link in our bio.
Let’s connect with our community!
#WomenInEmergencyManagement #Empowerment #ProfessionalGrowth #Networking #Innovation #Leadership #CommunityBuilding #MATF1 #Massachusetts #EmergencyManagement #CareerDevelopment #WomenSupportingWomen
Engage with our LinkedIn group. Volunteer! Volunteers can review resumes, facilitate or speak at events, join the grants committee, be interviewed for the 10Q series and so much more. We invite organizations (public and private) to join us as a host and/or sponsor too. Reach out to learn more.
To increase the representation of women at every level of emergency management in order to achieve the industry’s objectives of building resiliency and of effective and equitable planning, response and recovery.
To provide easily accessible resources and content that supports women as they explore, engage, and grow in emergency management careers.
Engage women in the emergency management and disaster response industries in order to support professional development and the industry’s objectives of building resiliency and of effective planning, response, and recovery.
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