NYC Emergency Management (NYCEM)

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HERricane NYC Program for Young Women in Emergency Management

Provided by:
NYC Emergency Management (NYCEM)
Type:
Training and Education  •  Volunteer and Community Service
Resource for:
Young Adults  •  Youth
Keywords:
Career Counseling  •  Civics and Citizenship  •  Emergency Preparedness  •  Leadership  •  Mentoring
NYC OEM invites high school students to apply this free summer program for women and non-binary youth ages 16–22 who are interested in emergency management and leadership. Held July 14–18, 2025, at NYCEM’s Brooklyn headquarters, the program features workshops, simulations, field trips, and mentorship. Selected participants may also join monthly “aftermath” sessions after the main program. HERricane NYC is inclusive of cisgender and transgender women and non-binary people. There is no cost to participate. Applicants must submit the required forms by June 20 and will be notified within two weeks of the deadline. Download the application for full details.
Deadline: All entries must be submitted to HERricane@oem.nyc.gov with the subject line "HERricane

More info at:

Website:
www.nyc.gov/site/em/about/herricane-nyc-program.page
 
Email: HERricane@oem.nyc.gov  
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Strengthening Communities Program: Grants and Training for Emergency Preparedness

Provided by:
NYC Emergency Management (NYCEM)
Type:
Grant Programs
Resource for:
Organizations
Keywords:
Emergency Preparedness  •  Grants
This program provides grants and training to community networks, helping them develop comprehensive emergency preparedness plans tailored to their specific needs. The program focuses on key areas such as conducting needs assessments, designing community maps, building directories of resources, creating communication strategies, and managing donations and volunteers. Funded by NYC Emergency Management, this initiative aims to enhance community resilience and support local resources during emergencies.

More info at:

Website:
https://www.nyc.gov/site/em/ready/strengthening-communities.page
 
Posted on: • Please note that this resource may no longer be current. Contact the provider for the most up to date information.