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About Us

Mission
To make East Harlem a better prepared and safer community through rapid communication, coordination, identification, and distribution of resources during a public health emergency.

Vision
East Harlem is a prepared and safe community.

Who We Are
The East Harlem COAD is a coalition of local organizations and businesses who work to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters that affect the lives of East Harlem residents.
East Harlem
24%
Adults Without Health Insurance
Population 123,579
31%
Poverty Rate
35%
Youth and Seniors
20%
Limited English Proficiency
In the event of a disaster, vulnerable populations are most at risk.
The East Harlem COAD aims to serve the needs of the entire community, and keep the needs of its most vulnerable residents in mind.
Role of the COAD
Preparedness
Creating Emergency Plans
Conducting Drills & Exercises
Providing Training
Recovery
Coordinating Local Resources
Supplementing NYC efforts
Identifying Lessons Learned
Response
Communicating with Partners
Assessing Local Needs
Identifying Local Resources

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