Emergency management challenges do not stop at borders — and neither should your professional network. IAEM is a global organization that connects emergency management professionals through collaboration, education, leadership, and shared expertise.
Whether you work in government, healthcare, humanitarian assistance, business continuity, public safety, higher education, infrastructure, nonprofit organizations, or the private sector, IAEM provides access to a worldwide community focused on preparedness, resilience, and disaster management.
Why Join IAEM?
Build a Global Professional Network
Connect with emergency management professionals through IAEM’s global councils, conferences, and online communities. Members gain access to experienced practitioners who can provide guidance, share lessons learned, and support professional collaboration.
Access Professional Development
Stay informed with member newsletters, webinars, workshops, publications, and training opportunities focused on evolving global risks and emergency management practices.
Advance Your Career
IAEM members can pursue internationally recognized credentials, including the Certified Emergency Manager (CEM®) and Associate Emergency Manager (AEM®), at discounted member rates. Members also gain access to career resources and emergency management job opportunities.
Engage with the Global Emergency Management Community
IAEM works with partner organizations, government working groups, and emergency management leaders worldwide to strengthen the profession and support resilience efforts across sectors and regions.
Find Your IAEM Council
IAEM Global includes councils and regional representation across multiple areas of the world, including:
- Asia
- Canada
- Europa
- International
- Latin America and the Caribbean
- Middle East
- Oceania
- Student Programs
Members participate through the council aligned with their geographic region while also benefiting from IAEM’s worldwide network and resources.
Membership is Designed For Professionals Who:
- Work in mitigation, preparedness, response, or recovery.
- Support disaster resilience and risk reduction efforts.
- Lead continuity, crisis management, or emergency preparedness programs.
- Want access to professional guidance, education, and networking opportunities.
- Are committed to advancing the emergency management profession.
Examples of Member Benefits
- Access to the IAEM Bulletin and IAEM Dispatch newsletters
- Educational webinars and recorded training content
- Leadership opportunities
- Networking through conferences and member communities
- Access to the IAEM Jobs Board and career resources
Join a Worldwide Community of Emergency Management Professionals
IAEM’s mission is to advance the profession by promoting the principles of emergency management and providing information, networking, and professional development opportunities to members worldwide. Join IAEM and become part of a community dedicated to saving lives, protecting property, and building resilience around the world.