Achieving Equitable Recovery: Post Disaster Guide for Local Officials & Leaders

This Guide provides strategies for local officials and leaders to help rebuild their communities equitably, with the needs of different populations in mind.  Inside, local officials will find tools to help them identify needs, establish critical partnerships, leverage new opportunities, conduct strategic public engagement, and pursue recovery in an equitable manner. The Guide is organized around eight goals to help leaders design and execute a more inclusive and equitable recovery planning process.

The Guide includes community examples, a case study, toolkits, and resources for state, local, tribal, and territorial leaders to use as they embark upon the difficult process of restoring and rebuilding communities after a disaster. This document highlights best practices and lessons learned that we can all reference as we strive to ground our work in equity and meet communities where they are.

Please directly consult the provider of a potential resource for current program information and to verify the applicability and requirements of a particular program.