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The United Methodist Church
700 Waterfield Ridge Place
Garner, NC 27529

Disaster Training Academy: Building Response Skills

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When disaster strikes, preparedness matters. Join us for the Disaster Training Academy on May 1-2, 2026, in Goldsboro to strengthen the skills that help our churches and volunteers respond safely and effectively.

Here’s a sneak peek at this year’s courses:

馃彔 Site Evaluation

Learn how to assess disaster damage, identify early response needs, and provide clear guidance for arriving teams.

馃懛 On-Site Management

Build the skills needed to manage a response site and coordinate volunteers.

馃敟 Wildfire Response

Understand the unique challenges of wildfire disasters and learn how response work differs from storms and flooding.

馃毃 Introduction to NC Emergency Management

Gain insight into how emergency management works in North Carolina.

馃獨 Chainsaw Safety

Build the skills needed to safely operate a chainsaw and respond effectively during storm clean-up and debris removal.

鉀笍 Connecting Neighbors
Equip your church to prepare for disasters, strengthen local readiness, and serve your community. Churches are welcome to participate in this portion of the training, even if they are not ERT-certified.

Overnight accommodations are available, but rooms are limited, so be sure to register early to save your spot! The registration deadline is April 22.