DEMA - Disability Emergency Management Advocacy [previously known as DDAG], formed amidst the 2009 heat wave and bushfire period in Victoria and works across all hazards. DEMA terms of reference include research, monitoring, advocating and policy input. DEMA is an active voice and resource willing to advise and assist authorities and services working together in emergency management planning, reconstruction and community redevelopment, federal emergency response systems, research and policy writing to ensure that people with disabilities and seniors are considered in all aspects of emergency management planning. DEMA works with peak disability, seniors, health and mental health organisations, emergency services, local and state government departments and individuals with disabilities. DEMA has over 200 participants representing government departments, emergency services, local government, disability, carer and seniors organisations.
'Research Project-Bushfire Safety for People with Special Needs', written 2008
Inclusive Emergency Mangement Position Paper
DEMA Media Release 30 July 2010
DEMA Media Release 31 July 2010
DEMA Media Release 10 August 2010
DEMA audio response to Royal Commission Report by Steve Peuschel and Susan Stork-Finlay - 31st July 2010
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DEMA was honoured for its work with bushfire affected communities at the Kinglake Ranges Community Anniversary of February 7, 2010 |
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