Lane County Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD)
Lane County COAD is Standing By
Announcements
Lane COAD Awarded OHA Public Health Equity Grant: We are thrilled to announce an award of $155,000 to strengthen and expand the capabilities of the Lane County COAD network, leading to improved public health outcomes during disasters. The disproportionate impact of recent crises, like the COVID-19 pandemic and wildfires, on under-resourced communities has underscored the need for stronger, more equitable disaster preparedness and response mechanisms. Feedback and data from our network reveal the urgent need for enhanced and culturally responsive support and coordination among these front-line nonprofit organizations.
With this funding, we are tackling disparities in disaster resilience, especially in vulnerable communities. These disparities are often exacerbated by the limited resources available to our safety net nonprofit organizations, which are crucial in early disaster response.
Now Accepting Proposals
Lane County Community Organizations Active in Disaster is seeking proposals for the Lane County COAD Coordination: The Coordinator plays a pivotal role in supporting member organizations to enhance public health outcomes and community resilience during disasters. This crucial role involves leading initiatives to build organizational knowledge, facilitate strategic planning, and promote effective disaster preparedness and response throughout Lane County. Some of the responsibilities of this role include:
Coordinate disaster response efforts, resource management, and effective communication during disasters.
Strengthen the network's capacity and expand its reach.
Foster broad and inclusive collaboration among diverse sectors.
Facilitate community training for disaster preparedness.
Open to organizations or individuals. Please download PDF for more information. Deadline: May 19, 2024
Cottage Grove Community Resilience Workshop
Join in a conversational workshop on thawing out from the recent ice storm and preparing for the summer season and beyond. This event features renowned preparedness trainer Ana-Marie Jones. Participants will have the opportunity to broaden their network, identify gaps in current strategies, and plan for future community resilience.
Friday, May 24, 2024, 5-8pm
Center for Rural Livelihoods, 80574 Hazelton Rd., Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Food and childcare provided (RSVP required). Free admission.
This workshop is designed to equip attendees with the necessary tools and knowledge for enhancing community resilience through strategic planning and networking. RSVP Here.
What We Do
The mission of Lane County Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD) is to bring together a broad array of community organizations to foster an effective response to the people of Lane County in times of disaster. The Lane County COAD strives to include organizations within their membership that provide emergency support as part of their mission. The COAD’s working relationships are achieved through the promotion of cooperation, communication, coordination, and collaboration of member organizations.
Cooperation
No member organization has all of the answers for the challenges communities face. Members treat each other as partners.
Communication
Members regularly share their capacities, accomplishments, and commitments. The COAD maintains good channels for sharing information, listening carefully to each other, and dealing openly with concerns.
Coordination
COAD members work together towards the goal of effective service to the community. The COAD will equip members to be coordinated in times of disaster through planning and preparation.
Collaboration
COAD members dedicate themselves to working together. The COAD exists to coordinate member organizations’ activities in relation to emergency response.