Don’t Wait. Communicate. Make a family emergency plan today. September is National Preparedness Month. Learn more at www.ready.gov/September.
National Preparedness Month
September is recognized as National Preparedness Month (NPM) which serves as a reminder that we all must take action to prepare, now and throughout the year, for the types of emergencies that could affect us where we live, work, and also where we visit. Due to the success of last year’s theme, “Don’t Wait, Communicate. Make Your Emergency Plan Today,” will be returning for this September with a continuing emphasis on preparedness for youth, older adults, and people with disabilities and others with access and functional needs. Thank you for taking time help make America more prepared for emergencies.
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How To Use This Toolkit
The National Preparedness Month Social Media Toolkit has key marketing and preparedness messaging you can print or share on your social media channels to spread the word to colleagues, family and friends throughout the month of September and beyond! You can either copy these messages directly or customize them to reach your audience.
2016 Weekly Themes
Promote NPM: August 28-September 3 Kickoff to National Preparedness Month
Find resources to promote NPM at: www.ready.gov/september
Week 2: September 4-10 Preparing Family & Friends
Make a family emergency communication plan
Week 3: September 11-17 Preparing Through Service
Honor 9/11 by Getting involved in your community & planning with neighbors.
Week 4: September 18-24 Individual Preparedness
Take individual steps to prepare for a disaster today like downloading the FEMA app.
Week 5: September 25-30 Lead up to National PrepareAthon Day
Be counted and register your preparedness event for National PrepareAthon Day!
Hashtags & Emoji’s
#NatlPrep
#YouthPrep
#PrepareAthon if you are conducting a preparedness exercise, tabletop discussion, or sharing a preparedness-in-action moment.
Feel free to add emoji’s (the little pictures on your mobile phone keyboard) to your social messages.
Graphics, Logo, Videos, & Related Links
Check out tips and ideas to promote preparedness content. For more engaging content, attach graphics that are sized appropriately for specific social media posts (i.e. Twitter & Facebook).
2016 NPM national & customizable logo
National Preparedness Month graphics
Seasonal Preparedness Social Media Toolkits
Ready.gov is in 13 different languages
Copy and share our web content; just reference the Ready Campaign or America’s PrepareAthon! as the source.
Remember to include emergency preparedness messages in your email signature, monthly newsletters, or other messaging tools
Share public service announcements and instructional videos
Print, share, or order FREE emergency preparedness publications
Download the FEMA app for disaster resources, weather alerts, and safety tips
Sign up for monthly preparedness text messages: Text PREPARE to 43362 (4FEMA) to receive monthly preparedness tips. (msg/data rates apply)
Promote NPM: August 28-September 3| Kickoff To National Preparedness Month
Social Media Content
This content can be used on various social media channels, and is less than 140 characters.
#NatlPrep Month starts 9/1. Promote the theme “Don’t Wait. Communicate. Make Your Emergency Plan Today.” Tools: www.ready.gov/september
National Preparedness Month starts September 1! Follow #NatlPrep for tips. More info: www.ready.gov/september
“Don’t Wait. Communicate. Make Your Emergency Plan Today.” Get started here: www.ready.gov/make-a-plan #NatlPrep
National Preparedness Month has a different theme every week. Details: www.ready.gov/september #NatlPrep
Share your plans for National Preparedness Month using the hashtag #NatlPrep
Get ready to go from awareness to action during National Preparedness Month. #NatlPrep
RT This: “Don’t Wait. Communicate. Make Your Emergency Plan Today.” #NatlPrep
Creating your Family Emergency Communication Plan starts with one simple question “What if?” 1.usa.gov/1JwEwRG #NatlPrep
Does your family know what to do during a disaster? Start a plan today. #NatlPrep
You may not be with family when an emergency happens. Create an emergency plan now: 1.usa.gov/1JwEwRG #NatlPrep
Week 2- September 4-10| Preparing Family & Friends
During this week you will know how to:
Contact family and friends before, during, and after an emergency.
Make a family emergency communication plan
Consider that your entire family may not be together during a disaster- make a plan of how you will reunite after an emergency.
Prepare for the unique needs of your family members, friends and neighbors.
Graphics, Videos, & Related links
Emergency Communications Planning graphics
Talk with your family about making an emergency plan
Family Emergency Communication Plan wallet card (PDF)
Ready Kids: Family Communication Plan for Parents and Kids (PDF)
Watch: Don’t Wait 60 second public service announcement on YouTube or Download
Watch: Don’t Wait 30 second public service announcement on YouTube or Download
Watch: Don’t Wait 15 second public service announcement on YouTube or Download
View in FEMA Multimedia Library
Social Media Content
Family Emergency Communication Plan
First week of #NatlPrep month is about getting all generations prepared. Anyone aged 2-102 should be ready for disasters!
Check out these tools to start your family emergency plan today: www.ready.gov/kids/make-a-plan #NatlPrep
Preparing the family for an emergency is as simple as a convo over dinner. Get started with tips fromwww.ready.gov #NatlPrep
What’s in your wallet? Part of our family emergency communication plan can be. Get the pocket-sized version: 1.usa.gov/1LPuV9o #NatlPrep
Tip: Keep important numbers written down in your wallet, not just on your phone: 1.usa.gov/1LPuV9o #NatlPrep
Take part in #PrepareAthon Day on 9/30 by participating in a preparedness discussion or training: 1.usa.gov/1S6oT4U #NatlPrep
Complete the actions in this #preparedness puzzle, you’ll be 10 steps closer to being prepared for an emergency: bit.ly/22tNNpV #NatlPrep
Download a group texting app so the entire family can keep in touch before, during & after an emergency. #NatlPrep
Youth Preparedness
Sending the kids off to school? Make sure they know what to do in case of an emergency. www.Ready.gov/kids#NatlPrep
Include your pet in your emergency preparedness plans. Info: www.ready.gov/pets #NatlPrep
Nearly 70M children are in school/childcare each workday. Make a family plan to know how to reunite during an emergency #NatlPrep
Kids bored? We can help. Check out our online Ready Kids build a kit game: http://go.usa.gov/5hS5 #NatlPrep
Ask your child’s school for a copy of their emergency plan for you to keep at home or work #NatlPrep
Fill out emergency contact numbers with your kids before they go #BackToSchool #NatlPrep
Caregivers/Older Adults
Caregivers, get all the resources you need in case of an emergency. Check out ready.gov for tips. #NatlPrep
Dads at work, Gram’s with friends, kids are at school when disaster strikes. How will you get in touch? Don’t Wait. Communicate. #NatlPrep
Make sure parents and grandparents know how to text/post messages for emergencies. #NatlPrep
Make sure your parents/grandparents have a *secure* digital copy of their insurance info. #NatlPrep
Week 3: September 11-17|Preparing Through Service
During this week you will know how to:
Understand the importance of community preparedness.
Get involved with your community organization or plan with neighbors.
Highlight local preparedness efforts in your community.
Celebrate first responders.
Celebrate emergency-focused organizations who serve communities.
Graphics, Videos, & Related links
Community Service graphics
Visit www.serve.gov & follow @ServeDotGov
Learn how to volunteer with different emergency response programs where you live
Volunteer for Citizen Corps or join a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
Learn more about the Youth Preparedness Council and how to join next year
FEMA Independent Study course-909 Community Preparedness Training Courses Two-Pager
FEMA Independent Study course-909 Community Preparedness: Implementing Simple Activities for Everyone
Community Planning Activity Scenario Guide-“Preparedness: The Whole Community (PDF)”
Neighbors Helping Neighbors Strategies
America’s PrepareAthon! Plan with Neighbors
Social Media Content
National Day of Service & Remembrance
I will [fill in your service project] What will you do for your community on this National Day of Service & Remembrance? Tell us using #911Day
Do at least 1 good deed for your community on 9/11: http://bit.ly/29DymSw #911Day
Thousands of people all around the nation will commit to a day of service on September 11. Be a part of it and share your experience! Using #911Day
How will you give back on National Day of Service & Remembrance? Snap It. Tag It. Post It. #911Day
Volunteer with an Organization
There are thousands of organizations to help your community. Choose one at: www.serve.gov #NatlPrep
Citizens can help first responders during emergencies by volunteering. Info: http://t.co/J7fLjCHRj4 #NatlPrep
Joining a #CERT is like having @NationalService Day every day! http://1.usa.gov/NVaxu3 #NatlPrep
Joining a local #CERT program is a great way to give back. Find a team near you and #volunteer today!http://1.usa.gov/NVaxu3 #NatlPrep
Don’t wait until the next emergency to get involved, start today: www.ready.gov/citizen-corps #NatlPrep
There are 1K+ CERT programs nationwide, but you only need to volunteer w/ one: http://1.usa.gov/1cowrMd#NatlPrep
Use the zip code search on @Citizen_Corps’ website to get involved in your community. http://t.co/ZK98Ohye#NatlPrep
Help Your Community Get Prepared
Give a shout out to first responders and community service organizations that have made a difference in your community! #NatlPrep
Looking for an opportunity to serve your community? Start with steps found on @ServeDotGovhttp://bit.ly/2a3FAEr #NatlPrep
Emergency preparedness is a “whole community” effort. Get involved in your community today:http://bit.ly/2a3FAEr #NatlPrep
Your neighbor may have to rely on you during an emergency. Will you be ready: http://bit.ly/29S1giS #NatlPrep
#PrepareAthon can help your community discover activities to keep you and your neighbors safe:www.ready.gov/prepare #NatlPrep
Visit our map to find resources & info on preparedness in your community:http://www.ready.gov/america/local/index.html #NatlPrep
At your next home owners association meeting share this community preparedness resource: http://bit.ly/29VKBfU #NatlPrep
Your neighbor may need you when an emergency hits. Plan with your neighbor today. http://1.usa.gov/1WVsAy7#NatlPrep
“Community preparedness is a shared responsibility.” Share this resource with your community:http://bit.ly/29VKBfU #NatlPrep
Did you know? FEMA has online trainings to help get your community prepared. Take them today:http://bit.ly/29VKBfU #NatlPrep
Almost half of Americans expect to rely on their neighbors after a disaster. Plan today: http://1.usa.gov/1QmIZGG#NatlPrep
We can’t do it without YOU! Increase your community’s preparedness by joining #PrepareAthonwww.ready.gov/prepare #NatlPrep
Week 4: September 18-24| Individual Preparedness
During this week you will know how to:
Understand actions you can take to be prepared for emergency
Be aware of specific needs you may have if an emergency strikes like: medication, power needs, eye classes, devices that you may count on, pet needs, etc.
Understand safety tips and protective actions you can take before or during a disaster.
Download the FEMA app for disaster resources, weather alerts, and safety tips
Graphics, Videos, & Related links
Individual Preparedness graphics
Consider individuals with disabilities or access and functional needs with planning for emergencies
“We Prepare Every Day” Inclusive Emergency Preparedness Card and Poster (PDF)
“We Prepare Every Day” Public Service Announcement (PSA) (2 min)
“We Prepare Every Day” Make a Plan PSA (30 sec)
“We Prepare Every Day” Be Informed PSA (30 sec)
“We Prepare Every Day” Build a Kit PSA (30 sec)
Social Media Content
General
Be informed, make a plan, build a kit, get involved. Everyone can take steps to prepare for an emergency:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcnCQ_pdVCY #NatlPrep
Make disaster preparedness a part of your everyday routine and protect yourself and your loved ones:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcnCQ_pdVCY #NatlPrep
Being prepared is part of who you are, and disaster preparation is no different: www.ready.gov/myplan #NatlPrep
Take meds? Plan ahead by keeping a copy of your Rx + 1 week supply in a safe place. #NatlPrep
Keep a radio & extra batteries handy to listen for info from local officials if you lose power. #NatlPrep
Gather your supplies before a hurricane so you won’t find yourself with empty shelves. Supply list:www.ready.gov/kit. #NatlPrep
If you rely on public transportation, contact your local emergency management agency about evac info ahead of a hurricane. #NatlPrep
Sign up to receive text or e-mail alerts about emergencies like wildfire from your local Office of Emergency Management. #NatlPrep
Are you getting your community prepared for a #tornado #hurricane or #wildfire? Add your activity:www.ready.gov/prepare #NatlPrep
Wireless Emergency Alerts can save lives! Be smart. Know your alerts and warnings. Learn more: 1.usa.gov/1jLKAGr #NatlPrep
Make sure you know what your insurance policy covers before an emergency: 1.usa.gov/1UGuFAA #NatlPrep
There are plenty of ways individuals can get prepared. Here’s 10 ways: bit.ly/22tNNpV #NatlPrep
FEMA App
A meteorologist won’t fit in your pocket but the @FEMA app will. Stay safe with weather alerts when you’re on-the-go #NatlPrep [https://cards.twitter.com/cards/9x9xv/1mqlh or http://www.fema.gov/mobile-app]
Sunny skies fade, a storm’s on its way. The @FEMA app buzzes & you know what to do. Click, download, be safe #NatlPrep: [https://cards.twitter.com/cards/9x9xv/1mqlh or http://www.fema.gov/mobile-app]
Download the FEMA app for safety tips and @nws weather alerts for up to 5 locations #NatlPrep: [https://cards.twitter.com/cards/9x9xv/ghcn or http://www.fema.gov/mobile-app]
Before the crack of thunder & the roar of wind – charge your devices & download the @FEMA app #NatlPrep: [https://cards.twitter.com/cards/9x9xv/1mqlh or http://www.fema.gov/mobile-app]
Safety tips during a disaster
Know what to do when roads are flooded: “Turn Around Don’t Drown®! It may save your life!” #NatlPrep
If you’re already on “high ground” during a flood, stay where you are. Be prepared by having your supplies already stored. #NatlPrep
Wildfires often begin unnoticed. Call 911 if you see a #wildfire! More tips: http://go.usa.gov/3AqSx #NatlPrep
You may have to evacuate quickly due to a #hurricane. Learn your evacuation routes & identify where you will stay. #NatlPrep
An emergency may knock out power. Prepare by stocking non-perishable food items & water. #NatlPrep
During an #earthquake DROP, COVER, & HOLD ON. Share this safety message from @TheRock:https://youtu.be/vRdTaLWrpTE #NatlPrep
Know your community’s local #hurricane evacuation plan and identify several evacuation routes for your location. #NatlPrep
Don’t risk your family’s safety; follow the instructions of local officials – and if told to evacuate, evacuate! #HurricaneStrong
Week 5: September 25-30| Lead Up To National Day Of Action
During this week you will learn how to:
Participate in National PrepareAthon! Day on September 30.
Add your preparedness activity to www.ready.gov/prepare.
Encourage others to do a preparedness activity and register it on www.ready.gov/prepare.
Share images of you and your community doing a preparedness activity.
Share stories of how being prepared made a difference using #PrepareAthon.
Graphics, Videos, & Related links
America’s PrepareAthon! graphics
America’s PrepareAthon! website
America’s PrepareAthon! hazard information
10 Ways to Participate in America’s PrepareAthon! card (PDF)
America’s PrepareAthon! videos
Social Media Content
Be Counted: Add Your Preparedness Activity
Be Counted: Add your emergency preparedness activities to the America’s PrepareAthon! website:www.ready.gov/prepare #PrepareAthon
Join millions of Americans taking action for #PrepareAthon by adding your preparedness activities today:www.ready.gov/prepare
How many of the 10 #PrepareAthon activities have you completed? Be sure to register your actions:www.ready.gov/prepare
Ready, Set, Go! Register your preparedness activities now: www.ready.gov/prepare
There’s no time like the present to register your preparedness activities: www.ready.gov/prepare #PrepareAthon
Take Action: Join Others to do a Preparedness Activity
America’s #PrepareAthon has 10 ways to participate. Choose your activity: www.ready.gov/prepare #PrepareAthon
Get the scoop on 10 things you can do to get prepared for an emergency here: http://bit.ly/29Kjc0Q#PrepareAthon
Be a part of the millions taking action and getting prepared for emergencies. Join us: www.ready.gov/prepare #PrepareAthon
Join a nationwide emergency preparedness movement and prepare for disasters in your area:www.ready.gov/prepare #PrepareAthon
As part of America’s #PrepareAthon, we are committed to getting prepared for emergencies. Are you?www.ready.gov/prepare #PrepareAthon
Help spread the word about #PrepareAthon w/ these promotional materials and toolkits: http://bit.ly/1ROi609
National #PrepareAthon Day is Sept. 30. What are you doing to prepare?
Assembling emergency supplies is one way to participate in America’s #PrepareAthon! Here are 9 more:http://1.usa.gov/1WgMKnH #PrepareAthon
Do you have the FEMA app? It’s preparedness at your fingertips. Download it today! http://1.usa.gov/1CRVzMB#PrepareAthon
Share It: Your Preparedness Story May Inspire Others
See how communities across the nation are preparing for #disasters! Visit the #PrepareAthon “stories” page:http://1.usa.gov/1Yb7xsk
Extra, extra read all about it! Communities everywhere are getting prepared for emergencies:http://1.usa.gov/1Yb7xsk #PrepareAthon
Use #PrepareAthon to share how you’re getting your community involved in preparedness.
How has preparing made a difference in your life and/or community? Tell us your #PrepareAthon story!
A community in action tends to stay in action. Share your story about taking action for emergencies using #PrepareAthon.
Did preparing in advance help you during a disaster? Share your experience with #PrepareAthon
Built an emergency kit? Created a family communications plan? Tell others what you did using #PrepareAthon.
I participated in America’s #PrepareAthon so my community can be prepared for emergencies.
Have you taken action? Tell others what you did to prepare for emergencies and how it made a difference using #PrepareAthon.
I participated in America’s #PrepareAthon so my community can be prepared for emergencies.
“It Started Like Any Other Day” Hear how a disaster changed the lives of these survivors: http://bit.ly/1nwuDXu#PrepareAthon
Take Part: It’s National PrepareAthon! Day
Take a picture doing 1 of the 10 actions to get prepared for emergencies. Find all 10 here:http://1.usa.gov/1WgMKnH #PrepareAthon
Get excited for National PrepareAthon! Day! on 9/30. Turn to #PrepareAthon! for info on how to get involved:1.usa.gov/1tyyBE8
Check to see what preparedness events are taking place near you for Sept 30 Nat’l #PrepareAthon! Day onwww.ready.gov/prepare
Re-tweet this! I’m involved in today’s National #PrepareAthon! Day: www.ready.gov/prepare.
Congressional Co-Chairs
2016 National Preparedness Month Congressional Co-Chairs
Presidential Proclamation
View President Barack Obama’s 2016 National Preparedness Month Presidential Proclamation
Source: Ready.Gov
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