FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on FEMA Denying Maryland and Virginia Emergency Declaration Requests

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Thompson Statement on FEMA Denying Maryland and Virginia Emergency Declaration Requests

January 19, 2021 (WASHINGTON) – Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news that FEMA has denied requests from Maryland and Virginia for an emergency declaration to assist in costs related to the domestic terrorist attack on the Capitol and the Inauguration:     “It is unconscionable that the Trump Administration, in one of its final acts, would deny emergency funding to Maryland and Virginia after domestic terrorists attacked the Capitol and tried to stop the peaceful transition of power. Assistance from Maryland and Virginia were needed that day because President Trump took too long to act. As states and Federal partners work together to ensure the security of President-elect Biden’s inauguration, the entire Federal government must support states’ requests for aid in that effort, including FEMA.  I have confidence that the incoming Administration will thoroughly and fairly consider an appeal of this decision.”   #  #  #   Media contact: Adam Comis at (202) 225-9978

Valuing and Transferring Local Humanitarian Knowledge. Humanitarian Principles, Standards, and Frameworks

 

Courses | Certifications | My Learning   Valuing and Transferring Local Humanitarian Knowledge Humanitarian Principles, Standards, and Frameworks   When international and national actors work together in the local context, certain challenges can arise that may hinder collaboration, communication, and the overall effectiveness of the response. Sharing and transferring local knowledge benefits everyone by promoting mutual understanding, providing contextual humanitarian knowledge, and building trust. Learn how to identity, document, transfer, and integrate local knowledge and expertise into humanitarian operations and programs. This free, interactive guide was created in collaboration with CERAR - Centre d’Etudes et de Recherches-Actions sur la Résilience.     Get Started   Forgot your password? Click here to create a new one.       Learner Review "I found this guide thought provoking. There were many elements I want to believe we already have in our programming, others we need to strengthen." —Liisa R. ★★★★★     ABOUT DISASTERREADY In 2013, the Cornerstone OnDemand Foundation started DisasterReady with a simple mission: To better prepare humanitarian and development workers for the critical work they do by providing high-quality, relevant online learning resources at no cost. DisasterReady is provided in English, Arabic, French and Spanish. NEED HELP? Get answers to frequently asked questions, change your language, and more. Help page →