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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · 23h

Together, we’ve spent the past month learning and acting for inclusive disaster preparedness.

Now, help us go further, become a Corporate Sponsor and power disability-led disaster solutions.

Learn more: disasterstrategies.org/corporate-sp...

The first image titled Corporate Sponsorships features three tiers: Community Collaborator ($10,000–$49,999) focused on inclusive preparedness and recovery, Sustainability Investor ($50,000–$99,999) supporting equitable disaster solutions, and Change Accelerator ($100,000–$249,000) advancing disability leadership in resilience.

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · 2d

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Transit Evacuation Planning – The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · 6d

During National Preparedness Month, you shared your questions about disability and disaster planning.

We turned them into an Extended FAQ, because real preparedness means centering real experiences.

What else are you wondering?

#DisabilityInclusion #EmergencyPreparedness

Slide 2: The slide asks, “How do I store water when I can’t lift or carry heavy gallons?” The answer explains that you can use smaller bottles, collapsible containers, or water pouches, and store them near your bed or mobility devices. It suggests asking friends, neighbors, or local groups for help.

Slide 3: The slide asks, “What if my insurance only lets me get 30 days of medication at a time?” The answer explains that you can request a 90-day supply if possible, ask about emergency override exceptions, and keep an updated medication list and a go kit with your information.

Slide 4: The slide asks, “What if I don’t have people nearby I can count on in an emergency?” The answer explains that you can connect with mutual aid groups, Independent Living Centers, or local disability organizations, use SOS phone apps, and keep an ID, medications, and device chargers in a small kit.

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · 8d

Español abajo:

As National Preparedness Month ends, remember: preparedness must include disability. Let’s keep building year round!

Al concluir el Mes de la Preparación, recordemos: la preparación debe incluir la discapacidad. Sigamos construyendo todo el año.

Text on graphic: “Disasters aren’t natural—the disaster is in the planning that leaves disabled people behind.” – Ruth M. Morgan
Followed by: “As we close out National Preparedness Month this September, we leave you with our strongest belief and hope: preparedness must include the disability community and disability wisdom, period. Let’s continue building preparedness and inclusion every day of the year!"

Texto en el gráfico: “Los desastres no son naturales—el desastre está en la planificación que deja atrás a las personas con discapacidad.” – Ruth M. Morgan
Seguido por: "Al concluir el Mes Nacional de la Preparación este septiembre, te dejamos con nuestra creencia y esperanza más firme: la preparación debe incluir a la comunidad con discapacidad y la sabiduría de la discapacidad, punto. Sigamos construyendo preparación e inclusión todos los días del año."

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · 12d

Thank you to all who joined our webinar yesterday on strengthening transit evacuation plans! June Isaacson Kailes shared powerful insights and practical strategies, like the 4 Stages of Disaster Denial, showing why proactive, inclusive planning is essential. #DisabilityEquity

White text: 1. Blue bar: “It won’t happen here. ”2. Red bar: “Even if it happens here, it won’t happen to me.” 3. Yellow bar: “Even if it happens to me, it won’t be that bad.” 4. Gray bar: “Even if it’s that bad, there is nothing I could have done about it anyway.” “4 Stages of Disaster Denial." A concept developed by Eric Holdeman, Director of Emergency Management for Seattle’s King County.

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · 14d

This month highlights why inclusive planning saves lives. Without it, people with disabilities face unnecessary risks during disasters. We all share responsibility for creating emergency systems that truly protect every life and every body/mind. #NationalPreparednessMonth

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · 14d

La preparación no es igual para todes.
Las personas con discapacidad enfrentan un riesgo 2 a 4 veces mayor en desastres cuando los planes nos dejan fuera.
La equidad + la accesibilidad salvan vidas.

Descripción de la imagen:

Gráfico rectangular con fondo azul oscuro. En la parte superior, en letras blancas y en negrita, se lee:
“¿Sabías que las personas discapacitadas tienen de 2 a 4 veces más probabilidades de lastimarse o morir en un desastre?”
Debajo, en texto blanco regular, se encuentra el siguiente mensaje:
“Para ser claros, el problema no es la discapacidad en sí, sino la falta de preparación sistémica inclusiva y falta de opciones que hacen imposible planificar de manera efectiva. Juntes, tenemos que cambiar esto porque las personas discapacitadas merecemos sobrevivir.”
En la parte inferior central del gráfico está el logotipo de The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies, que incluye un sol estilizado junto al nombre de la organización en letras rojas y azules.

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · 16d

Only 3 more days to register! Don’t miss this free webinar on creating inclusive, effective transit evacuation plans. Join June Isaacson Kailes and The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies on Sept 25 at 3 PM ET.

Register now: qrco.de/transitweb

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · 21d

Join us Sept 25 at 3 PM ET for “Strengthening Transit Evacuation Plans” with June Isaacson Kailes & The Partnership. Learn tools for equitable, accessible transit evacuations. ASL & CART provided. Register: qrco.de/transitweb

Blue background graphic announcing a webinar titled “Strengthening Transit Evacuation Plans.” A black megaphone icon points to a gold text box with the text: “What did the January 2025 LA fires teach us about emergency evacuation and how can we improve transit plans to be more equitable and accessible? Join June Isaacson Kailes and The Partnership for a webinar on September 25, 2025 at 3 PM ET exploring new national tools and strategies to create inclusive, effective transit evacuation plans. ASL Interpretation and CART captions provided.

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · 22d

Too many disabled students are left behind when disasters strike. This #NationalPreparednessMonth, we’re sharing real stories, like the student told to “stay put” during a fire drill to spotlight the gap and help campuses build emergency management plans that include everyone.

Red banner headline reads “Disabled Stories in Emergency Preparedness.” Text shares that many disabled people first realize they’re treated as expendable during school fire drills, highlighting a freshman who was told to keep her evacuation chair in her dorm room. She couldn’t lift it herself and was instructed to “stay put” during fire drills while everyone else evacuated. Background shows students’ lower halves sitting on steps, including someone in a wheelchair.

Large centered quote: “There is no way I could lift this chair on its own, let alone in an emergency when my life is in danger… Why is there not a set system to ensure my safety?” - university student.

Black text on white background explains this is more than weak compliance—it reveals a gap in planning. It notes that universities often lack clear plans for disabled students and calls for real, tested preparedness strategies, ending with bold text: “How is your campus preparing for disabled students during emergencies?”

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · 28d

La Justicia Disca transforma la preparación, centrando el liderazgo de personas discapacitadas de nosotres quienes tenemos mayor riesgo. #MesNacionalDePreparacion#MesNacionalDePreparacion

El segundo gráfico explica que la preparación para emergencias históricamente ha excluido a las personas discapacitadas y afirma que la Justicia Disca exige que las personas discapacitadas estén incluidas y lideren los esfuerzos en todos los niveles del manejo de emergencias, que las estrategias se desarrollen con personas discapacitadas y no solo para ellas, y que los esfuerzos de salud pública y respuesta a emergencias centren las necesidades de las comunidades discapacitadas, especialmente de personas discapacitadas múltiplemente marginadas. Concluye: “La Justicia Disca beneficia a todes al crear sistemas que tienen en cuenta distintos cuerpos, mentes y formas de moverse, hablar y vivir, haciendo que la planificación de emergencias sea más eficaz y adaptable.”

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · 28d

Disability Justice reshapes preparedness, centering disabled leadership of those of us most impacted. #NationalPreparednessMonth

The first graphic reads: “Disability Justice belongs at the heart of climate justice.”

The second graphic explains how emergency preparedness has historically excluded disabled people and says disabled people must be included in and leading all levels of emergency management. It states that emergency management strategies should be developed with disabled people, not just for them, and that public health and emergency response efforts must center the needs of disabled communities, especially multiply marginalized disabled people. It concludes: “Disability Justice benefits everyone by creating systems that account for different bodies, minds, and ways of moving, speaking, and living, making emergency planning more effective and adaptable.”

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · Sep 8

Preparedness is access. This National Preparedness Month, build a Go Bag with your disability and access needs in mind. Here’s a list to get you started!

Four-part graphic on disability-inclusive Go Bags. The first panel says “How can you start preparedness at home? Make A Go Bag” with an image of a yellow backpack, water, canned food, flashlight, rope, meds, and cash.

The second panel, titled “General Go Bag Items,” lists water, non-perishable food, medications, first aid kit, flashlight, phone charger, radio, cash, hygiene items, clothing, important documents, blanket, and whistle.

The third panel, “Disability-Specific Go Bag Items (Part 1),” lists mobility aids, medical equipment and supplies, and communication tools.

The fourth panel, “Disability-Specific Go Bag Items (Part 2),” lists service animal supplies, sensory or comfort items, and support network info. A tip box reads: “Label your items clearly, use an accessible bag, and update your Go Bag every 6 months.”

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · Sep 4

Disabled wisdom is survival wisdom. When preparedness includes disability, it strengthens safety for all of us. ♿️

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · Sep 2

@ebthen.bsky.social thanks for this gentle reminder. We will do better going forward and be sure to educate others when we can!

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · Aug 29

Rolling back Section 503 = fewer jobs, deeper poverty, and higher disaster risk for disabled people.

Employment equity is about survival, dignity, and justice.

Learn more: tinyurl.com/503-removal

#DisabilityRights #Section503

“Section 503 Rollbacks – Why It Matters.”

“The Department of Labor has proposed changes that would gut key parts of Section 503 regulations, removing the 7% workforce goal and voluntary self-identification process that hold federal contractors accountable for hiring disabled workers.”

“The Partnership submitted official comments opposing these rollbacks because: • Disabled people are 2–4 times more likely to die in disasters, largely due to poverty. • 24% of disabled people live in poverty, driven by barriers to work. • Section 503 protections help open doors to employment and stability, which directly impact disaster survival.”

“Rolling back these rules means fewer jobs, deeper poverty, and higher disaster risks for disabled communities. Employment equity is disaster equity. Read our full comments here: https://tinyurl.com/503-removal.”

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · Aug 28

Thank you for joining the Portraits & Portals Premiere!

Together, we witnessed powerful art rooted in the lived experiences of disabled disaster survivors of color.

Explore the works, artists & storytellers: portraitsandportals.com
Become a Sponsor or Host

#PortraitsAndPortals

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · Aug 27

There is still time! Join an art premiere, today, August 27 @ 2PM ET
Register here: lnkd.in/gBDiJvnw
An art project that elevates BIPOC disabled experiences in disasters.
More 📷
#PortraitsAndPortals

P&P flyer 4
A minimalist flyer with dotted borders and colorful watercolor corner accents. Text reads: Portraits & Portals Premiere. showcasing disabled artists of color and disabled disaster survivors of color. Hosts: The Partnership & Seeded Ground

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · Aug 26

Mañana! Únete al estreno virtual de Retratos y Portales el miércoles 27 de agosto a las 2PM ET. Una exposición que celebra las voces e historias de artistes discapacitades de color y sobrevivientes discapacitades de desastres también de color. Regístrate aquí: tinyurl.com/portraitspor...

Fondo vibrante con formas abstractas. Al centro, un rectángulo blanco con el texto: “Mañana! No te pierdas el estreno virtual de Retratos y Portales, este miércoles 27 de agosto a las 2PM ET. Una muestra que celebra a artistes discapacitades de color y sobrevivientes de desastres. Regístrate: https://tinyurl.com/portraitsportals”

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · Aug 25

This week! 🎨 Join the virtual premiere of Portraits & Portals on Wednesday Aug 27 at 2PM ET, celebrating disabled artists & disaster survivors of color. Register now!

A colorful abstract painted background with a white rounded rectangle in the center containing text: “This Week! Happening this week! Don’t miss the virtual premiere of Portraits & Portals this Wednesday, August 27 at 2PM ET. An exhibition celebrating the voices and stories of disabled artists of color and disabled disaster survivors of color. Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/portraitsportals”

Below the text are photos of nine diverse artists, some using wheelchairs, smiling or posing, representing the participants of the showcase.

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · Aug 20

🎥 ¡El tráiler de Retratos y Portales ya está aquí! qrco.de/P-Ptrailer

Un vistazo a la creatividad + resiliencia de artistas y sobrevivientes de desastres de color con discapacidades.

✨ Estreno: 27 de agosto, 2:00 p.m. ET
🔗 Regístrate: tinyurl.com/portraitspor...
El evento incluye interpretación

Portraits and Portals: Preview

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

qrco.de

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · Aug 20

🎥 The Portraits & Portals trailer is here! qrco.de/P-Ptrailer

A glimpse into the creativity + resilience of disabled artists and disaster survivors of color.

Premiere: Aug 27, 2PM ET
Register: tinyurl.com/portraitspor...
Event includes ASL, Spanish & French interpretation
#PortraitsAndPortals 💜

Portraits and Portals: Preview

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

qrco.de

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · Aug 14

Join us for the Portraits & Portals Premiere on August 27, 2025 at 2pm ET, where disabled artists of color and disabled disaster survivors of color will share their own work and stories.

Hosted by The Partnership and Seeded Ground.

ID: A minimalist flyer with dotted borders and colorful watercolor corner accents. Text reads: Portraits & Portals Premiere. showcasing disabled artists of color and disabled disaster survivors of color. Hosts: The Partnership & Seeded Ground.

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The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · Aug 8

The Celebration of Life for Patty Berne is this Saturday, August 9th.

To join Patty’s Celebration of Life virtually, please scan the QR code on slide 2, or use the following link:
bit.ly/PattyPresente

[Image 1 Description: Over a lavender background, there is a centered brown title text that reads: “Celebration of Life: Patty Berne”. Below that, in purple letters: “August 9, 2025 / 3PM–6PM PT”. Further down, also in purple: “Live Stream and Access Information”. The text is framed on the left and right sides by vibrant, hand-drawn roses in pink, orange, and red hues. Soft green circles and watercolor-style shading add texture and depth. At the bottom center of the image is a purple arrow pointing right. At the top left corner is a black rectangle with white text that reads: “Sins Invalid.”]

[Image 2 Description: Over a purple background, bold white text at the top reads: “Live Stream.” Below that, regular white text says: “You can access the Celebration of Life live stream by using the following link or QR code:” The link is centered and bolded in white: “https://bit.ly/PattyPresente”. Under the link is a black-and-white QR code in a white square. In the bottom right corner, there is a white arrow pointing right. At the top left corner is a black rectangle with white text that reads: “Sins Invalid.”]

The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies @disasterstrat.bsky.social · Aug 6

Meet the Artists of Portraits and Portals!

Join us on August 27, 2025 at 2PM ET for the premiere of this powerful art event centering disabled BIPOC artists and disaster survivors.

tinyurl.com/portraitspor...

ID: Portrait grid of nine featured artists of color against a colorful painted background. Title reads: ART PREMIERE 8.27.25 2PM ET Each artist is labeled by name.

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