Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Describe the liaison’s roles, responsibilities and assignment settings within the framework of the disaster cycle.
Explain the liaison’s role in preparedness efforts.
Manage and communicate critical information, offers and requests during the response phase.
Explain how to engage with partners to organize recovery efforts.
Describe the importance of coordinating with internal and external partners to meet needs and enhance service delivery.
Identify tools and resources for emergency management and relief operation settings.
Identify next steps to becoming an effective liaison by creating an action plan.
Audience: Individuals interested in becoming government liaisons who have previous Red Cross experience and have completed the course prerequisites. Prerequisites: Disaster Cycle Services: An Overview
