Getting Real- The 2010 Inclusive Emergency Management National Capacity Building Training Conference will be held on September 22-24 in Washington, DC for members of the disability and emergency management communities. Delegates from across the country will participate in an intensive cross-training and bridge-building itinerary in inclusive emergency preparedness practices. This conference will prepare leaders for post-training responsibility to engage and educate others on how to effectively collaborate in emergency preparedness and disaster response and recovery. Hosted by FEMA’s Office of Disability Integration and Coordination with partners from the FEMA National Protection and Preparedness Directorate, Individual & Community Preparedness Division, the Interagency Coordinating Council on Emergency Preparedness and Individuals with Disabilities, the Department of Justice and the National Council on Disability, this conference will honor September as National Preparedness Month by training stakeholders in inclusive practices.

2010 Getting Real Application due: 08/19/2010 COB. Applications received after this date may still be considered for selection but may not be eligible for travel reimbursement. Delegate invitations will be distributed starting on 08/27/2010. Submit your application either by fax (202) 212-2151 or by email FEMA-Disability-Integration-Coordination@dhs.gov. FEMA encourages individuals with a full range of expertise to apply. Space is limited and not all applicants are guaranteed acceptance.

Please address all questions to the Office of Disability Integration and Coordination by email to: FEMA-Disability-Integration-Coordination@dhs.gov