What does IPERC do?

IPERC offers guidance on accessing assessments, presentations, planning assistance, and training for your site.

Forges Local Links:  IPERC helps build links between organizations, their local Fire Department Emergency Management Office, the American Red Cross, and other response agencies.

Raises Awareness:  Through speakers, events, and online information, IPERC actively encourages community organizations to join the effort to expand Emergency Support Center (ESC) capacity.

Facilitates Access to Resources:  IPERC provides convenient access to the wealth of information and resources available to organizations that operate Emergency Support Centers.

Standardizes Contact Information:  Emergency contact templates are made available, allowing participating organizations to streamline their own internal network information so their crisis coordination can be as quick and effective as possible.

Provides Center Management Tools:  Online templates and software tools for setting up and operating an ESC and volunteer team are made available through the IPERC website.

Builds Communication Channels:  Communications are critical in a crisis. IPERC provides recommendations and digital resources to help organizations set up their own independent email and text message tools and two-way radio networks for alerting and coordinating their teams when disaster strikes.

Fosters National Denominational Disaster Response Links:  IPERC helps establish contacts between each organization and their denomination's national response team.