About After the Crisis

Many organizations choose not to debrief after a crisis because they do not want to bring back to mind the emotional burden inflicted by the crisis. However, all participants are likely to need “emotional support and stress relief.” (Peace Corps Crisis Management Handbook, p. 23) It is important after a crisis for survivors to “vent feelings” and receive information about stress survival to help accelerate the recovery process. Soon after the crisis is also a good time to establish the facts of the crisis before memories become blurred. Crises can offer “tremendous opportunities for learning and for enhancing future efforts.” Crisis Management: A Diagnostic Guide for Improving your Organization’s Crisis- Preparedness

• SAFETI Adaptation of Peace Corps Document: Crisis Management Handbook

• Crisis Response Plan
• Education Abroad Emergency Protocol
• International Crisis Management Protocols
• Learning From Recent Challenges in Education Abroad Crisis Management
• US State Department: Emergency Services to U.S. Citizens Abroad