Arlington Police Station

The Northwest Tribal Emergency Management Council (NWTEMC) is a non-profit organization formed to assist Tribal Nations in the Northwest United States with their participation in Homeland Security and Emergency Management preparedness efforts. Composed of various Tribes from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska, NWTEMC focuses on information sharing and capacity building to empower Tribes in managing their own emergency incidents and resources sustainably. NWTEMC emphasizes the importance of Tribal Sovereign Immunity and aims to equip member Tribes with the tools and support needed to create effective emergency management and homeland security programs without the burden of membership fees. By facilitating training opportunities, grant acquisition, and best practices, the Council strives to enhance public safety and public health within Indian Country. Generated from the website