Arizona: Local Resources

DEMA: no single branded consumer campaign found, similar to Virginia’s approach

The Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs (DEMA), through its Division of Emergency Management, coordinates the state’s all-hazard preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts. As with Virginia, this research didn’t turn up one specific named public-facing household campaign (like “Ready Ohio” or “ReadyNJ”); DEMA’s public presence centers more on training coordination and partner programs than a single branded consumer push.

Where to find it: dema.az.gov/emergency-management/preparedness.

University of Arizona Cooperative Extension: Arizona’s version of the other states’ land-grant Extension programs

The University of Arizona’s Cooperative Extension runs the same category of program as every other state covered on this site, partnering with all 15 Arizona counties.

• Master Gardener Program: courses typically run 20 weeks, followed by additional volunteer training; specific hour requirements and schedules vary by county.

Where to find it: extension.arizona.edu lists Master Gardener programs by county, including Maricopa and Pima.

CERT: coordinated through DEMA’s Training Branch

Arizona’s CERT training is coordinated through DEMA’s Training Branch, funded through Department of Homeland Security grants, with actual course delivery happening locally.

Where to find it: dema.az.gov/emergency-management/preparedness/training-branch.

Sources

• DEMA Division of Emergency Management and preparedness structure: DEMA
• University of Arizona Master Gardener Program: UA Cooperative Extension
• Arizona CERT training coordination: DEMA Training Branch