Alaska Municipal League

The Alaska Municipal Disaster Response and Mitigation Partnership

Project Description:  

The Alaska Municipal Disaster Response and Mitigation Partnership, led by the Alaska Municipal League, will address Alaska’s growing vulnerability to natural and anthropogenic disasters through workforce development in advanced data management and disaster planning technologies. The partnership will focus on training Alaska Natives and rural residents, including economically disadvantaged persons, in critical skills for natural disaster response and mitigation, with an emphasis on Geographic Information Systems (GIS), predictive analytics, and real-time data management. By equipping municipal governments and community partners with these in-demand skills, the program will help municipalities better prepare for and mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events, floods, and wildfires.

Approximate Award Amount: $1,059,252

Lead (backbone) organization: Alaska Municipal League

Key Technology Focus Area (KTFA):

• Natural and anthropogenic disaster response or mitigation
• Data storage, data management, and cyber security

 Anticipated Job Placements: 450

Industry: Natural Disaster Mitigation and Response

Tech Hub: N/A