Welcome to DERA

The International Association for
Disaster Preparedness and Response 

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Founded in 1962, The International Association for Disaster Preparedness and Response (DERA) is a nonprofit Non-governmental Organization (NGO).

DERA links professionals, volunteers, and organizations who take an active role in all phases of disaster preparedness and emergency management. 

We have active members around the world and invite you to obtain the benefits of membership while sharing your knowledge, skills, and abilities to help those in need.

DERA provides professional support, resource-sharing, leadership opportunities and professional networking for members and is actively involved in providing critical emergency assistance in response to disasters around the world.

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DERA - The International Association for Disaster Preparedness and Response

DERA and the DERA logo are Trademarks (™) of the Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Response Association, Inc. All material at this web site is Copyright (c) 1976-2022, DERA International. Permission for non-commercial use will generally be granted upon written request. Commercial requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. DERA is a private, non-profit organization and is not affiliated with any government or national agency. DERA is recognized by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service as an independent 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Our tax identification number (FEIN) is 39-1777651. DERA is registered with GuideStar ® and our financial records are available for public inspection.

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