GERA is not usually involved in these relief projects, but is stepping outside of its comfort zone to advocate for relief. Mr. Sill says that, “It is not even about the funds we will get, it is the awareness of the gravity of this storm and its effects on people’s lives that really matter”.
From super storms to biblical flooding, interminable droughts to devastating wildfires, this is definitely a “new normal” that is affecting communities everywhere who need our support. Mr. Sill emphasized how local and national organizations have a responsibility to open their doors and know how since we know best how to help build communities to respond, recover, and rebuild.
GERA intends to partner with other organizations who are on the ground, and to provide its own wealth of volunteer resources. GERA has a network of teachers that Mr. Sill says, “GERA has around 300+ in the California and Washington D.C. areas who are ready and willing to not only help rebuild the physical structure but to encourage our youth that are affected by the storm to “never give up on learning!” we also need to raise awareness about the urgency of climate change.
