Coordination is crucial in the early time after a disaster. Too many volunteers become a distraction and a hindrance to relief efforts. This is where the Early Response Teams (ERT) come in.
Teams and individuals must have a United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) badge with a valid date. The initial training is approximately an 8-hour course explaining the role ERT in a major disaster. An UMCOR badge is valid for three years.
An ERT Basic training will be held on Saturday, May 7, 2022, 8 am – 4 pm (in-person) at Christ UMC, 7600 Ox Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039
Contact ERT Trainer Kim Hood at [email protected] to register. Class is limited to 20 students.