September 3, 2021-SAA is concerned for our archival colleagues and all those whose lives have been affected by the recent destruction caused by Hurricane Ida. Our thoughts are with you, and wishes everyone a smooth and swift recovery.
We encourage you to share the following resources with any cultural institutions that may need help recovering from damages. Institutions in need are encouraged to apply for a National Disaster Recovery Fund for Archives grant from the SAA Foundation for immediate recovery efforts. To support institutions and archivists affected by these disasters, consider making a donation to the NDRFA fund.
See the HENTF dashboard for graphics from the National Hurricane Center as well as preparedness tips for cultural institutions and other useful links.
Review these Flood Recovery Resources, as compiled by the Foundation for Advancement in Conservation (FAIC).
Browse the SAA Disaster Response and Recovery Resources page for compiled information on hurricane and flash flooding.
Request support from the SAA Foundation National Disaster Recovery Fund for Archives (NDRFA).
To support institutions and archivists affected by this flooding, consider making a donation to the NDRFA fund.
For Immediate Advice or Assistance:
FEMA and the Smithsonian Institution co-sponsor the Heritage Emergency National Task Force, a partnership of 42 national service organizations and federal agencies created to protect cultural heritage from the damaging effects of natural disasters and other emergencies.
The Foundation for Advancement in Conservation (FAIC) supports conservation education, research, and outreach activities that increase understanding of our global cultural heritage.
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