We know that volunteer programs work best when they are fully informed. Below you will find a range of links to other websites providing information on community resilience, disaster relief, civil emergencies and more. There are a number of resources available for volunteer organisations below. Use the search box below to find information on a particular topic or region.
Please note that while we will make every effort to ensure these links are accurate, up to date and relevant, Communities Prepared cannot take responsibility for pages maintained by external providers. If you come across any links that no longer work or whose content is no longer relevant, please contact us here.
https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/community-and-living/cornwall-fire-and-rescue-service-homepage/about-us/what-we-do/community-safety-and-localism/community-initiatives/community-safety-award/
The award aims to educate and train young people to assist before, during and after a crisis. It was developed to give young people in the UK an opportunity to learn what to do in an emergency situation, such as severe weather, a pandemic or long term powercut. The award is open to young people between the ages of 5 and 18.
https://www.the-eps.org/
Since its creation in 1993, the Emergency Planning Society has become the driving force in the world of resilience. Through regular consultation with the Government we provide a voice for our members to influence change a the highest level. Our members come from all areas of the resilience profession and as a society we work hard to ensure their voices are heard. We provide a forum through our extensive network of regional branches to share our experiences and disseminate good practice.
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/environment-agency
We work to create better places for people and wildlife, and support sustainable development.
https://scouts.org.uk/media/970979/Flood-Ready-Pack.pdf
This engagement material has been produced by the Flood Resilience Engagement Advisers (FREA) network for Key Stage 2 (KS2) Children and Young People (C&YP) - 7 to 11 years old. It is designed to be used in schools, with youth organisations and at events to help C&YP be ‘flood ready’.
https://eyeoncalderdale.com/
Your one stop website for up to date information about flooding, weather and traffic disruptions in Calderdale
https://www.floodguidance.co.uk/
Free, impartial flood guidance for householders and businesses
https://www.floodnarratives.com/
The central idea is not only to increase a community’s understanding of risk, but also allow them to experience and perceive an alternative narrative, one in which they can live with floods, mitigate the impacts and recover from them quickly.
https://www.floodre.co.uk/
Flood Re is a re-insurance Scheme that makes flood cover more widely available and affordable as part of your home insurance. Flood Re helps households at the highest risk of flooding. We also provide information about taking action to reduce flood risk.
https://floodflash.co/
FloodFlash provides event-based flood insurance, offering a bespoke service which pays a fixed sum as soon as flood water reaches a pre-agreed depth.
