American Preparedness : Findings From the 2009 FEMA Citizen Corps National Survey

FEMA’s Citizen Corps Surveys offer comprehensive data on the public’s thoughts, perceptions, and behaviors related to preparedness and community safety for multiple types of hazards. Findings from these surveys provide valuable insights for increasing personal preparedness, civic engagement, and community resilience. These findings are particularly relevant as we prepare for a possible pandemic flu outbreak, hurricane season, and other hazards.

Results from this study have important implications for the development of more effective communication and outreach strategies to achieve greater levels of preparedness and participation.

Source

• Personal Preparedness In America: Findings From the 2009 Citizen Corps National Survey– Full Report (PDF, 700K)
• Personal Preparedness In America: Findings From the 2009 Citizen Corps National Survey– Summary Sheet (PDF, 95K)
• Personal Preparedness In America: Findings From the 2009 Citizen Corps National Survey– Power Point Presentation
• FEMA Research Provides New Insights On Personal Preparedness– News Release, Aug 24