Exchanging Ideas

In February 2013, Sarah was invited to meet with a team of cabinet level communications directors from Kosovo. The group was visiting North Carolina as part of the International Affairs Council's International Visitor Leadership Program.

The group came to North Carolina to learn about communications during emergencies and times of crisis. The conversation focused on the details of best practices, including response procedures, working with other agencies, building relationships with the news media and using social media. There were also side conversations about making the most of a small budget and logistics and technology that make Joint Information Systems (JISs) successful.

Emergency Plan

When the seasons change its the perfect time to review an emergency plan.

Sarah lead a team of Public Information Officers from around the region as they developed text and worked with a graphic designer to update ReadyWake, an emergency preparedness brochure.

ReadyWake is scheduled to be printed in February 2013 and will be distributed through community partnerships including libraries, parks and other government locations.

The 2013 edition is updated to provide information in English and Spanish and includes a regional map showing emergency rooms and possible shelter location.

The new ReadyWake branding will be applied to the website, Twitter account and other materials in early 2013.