Community Economic Resilience (CER)

Explore the ongoing process of resilience and how communities can "bounce back better" from crises.

Elevate your leadership in post-disaster recovery with strategic insights and essential skills.

Discover effective rebuilding strategies for long-term community vitality and growth.

Build a resilient future!

This is a core course in our Community Economic Development Training Program (CEDTP).

Understand the pivotal role of leadership in economic recovery efforts post-disaster, spanning various stakeholders including economic development organizations and government bodies.
Analyze the diverse impacts, challenges, and opportunities posed by economic disruptions resulting from disasters, enabling strategic responses and planning.
Develop skills in building organizational capacity and assessing economic impacts to facilitate business continuity and recovery post-disaster.
Implement effective Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) strategies before and after disasters, fostering community economic resilience and supporting businesses through preparedness, response, and recovery phases.

Master crisis communication techniques, including media interaction, essential for effective disaster response and maintaining public trust during times of crisis.
Formulate comprehensive Community Economic Resilience Plans, integrating concepts, processes, and strategies to bolster community resilience and facilitate neighborhood revitalization.
Explore methods for economic diversification and "Building Back Better," including planning and development strategies, financing mechanisms, and infrastructure considerations crucial for post-disaster rebuilding and long-term resilience.