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Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · Sep 20

One of the things I love about the queer community is how we build chosen families. We take care of each other. Preparedness at its core. From Stonewall to the AIDS crisis.

We’re facing scary challenges right now. But we will make it through. Together.

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Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · Sep 10

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Three people were critically wounded in shooting at a suburban Denver high school, authorities say

Three teens have been hospitalized in critical condition after a shooting at a suburban Denver high school.

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Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · Sep 10

Two shootings unfolded: one in Utah, where Charlie Kirk was shot while speaking at UVU, and another at Evergreen High School in Denver, Colorado, where three students were critically injured.

These tragedies may look different on the surface, but at their core is the same urgent reality.

Three people were critically wounded in shooting at a suburban Denver high school, authorities say

Three teens have been hospitalized in critical condition after a shooting at a suburban Denver high school.

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Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · Sep 10

Today, at Utah Valley University in Utah, Charlie Kirk was shot in the neck during his "American Comeback Tour" appearance.
Political differences must never be settled with violence.
Public safety is my priority, and violence is never the answer.

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In Utah, Charlie Kirk is shot as right-wing commentator speaks at college appearance

A gunshot rang out at Utah Valley University on Wednesday during an appearance by right-wing political commentator Charlie Kirk.

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Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · Aug 4

#MindsetMonday
situational awareness = the most underrated prep tool

know your exits
keep one ear open
listen to your gut

being alert ≠ being afraid. it means you’re present.

#OutAndReady #queersafety #preparednessskills

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · Jul 23

preparedness = care
not fear

you deserve a plan that reflects who you are, not just where you live.

#WisdomWednesday #OutAndReady #queerpreparedness #disabilityjustice #communitysafety

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Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · Jul 18

#FeatureFriday
utah isn’t disaster-free.
we’ve got:

- earthquakes
- wildfires
- winter storms
- wind/dust events
- flash floods

preparedness = knowing what’s possible where you live.

#OutAndReady #utahhazards #queerpreparedness #communityresilience

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · Jul 18

offering a USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals course. non-shooting, classroom-only, focused on queer safety + planning.

snacks included, and encouraged
notebook recommended

register: outreadyemergencymanagement.as.me?appointmentT...

#uscca #homeDefense #gunSafety #queerPreparedness

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · Jul 17

what does Out & Ready do?

🏳️‍🌈 inclusive safety for queer folks
🧯 trainings (cpr, go-bags, home defense)
👥 1-on-1 & family emergency plans
🎒 zines, demos, & community events
🛠️ pride safety support

we build safety that includes you.

#OutAndReady #queerpreparedness #communitycare #whatwedo

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Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · Jul 17

#ThinkAheadThursday

If you had to leave your home right now…
What would you grab?
Where would you go?
Who would you check on?

✅ Choose one thing to add to your go-bag
✅ Set a reminder to update your emergency contacts
✅ Talk with a friend about their plan

#EmergencyPreparedness #LGBTQResilience

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · Jul 15

#TipTuesday
your emergency kit = your meds too.

💊 keep a med list w/ dosages
📦 pack extras if you can
📱 track refills
🧠 plan for pharmacy access in a crisis

your body deserves to be part of the plan.

#OutAndReady #preparednessforall #queerhealth #lgbtqsafety

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · Jul 14

#MindsetMonday
yeah, we’ve been quiet.
resting isn’t quitting, it’s preparing.

we’re still here. still queer.
still building safety our way.

#OutAndReady #queerresilience #communitycare #restispreparedness

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · Jul 11

yes this post is last-minute.
yes we’re still showing up loud, proud & ready.

📍 Milk+ (Ages 21+)
🕓 Friday July 11 | 4–7 PM

this isn’t just tabling, it’s building queer legacy.
connection. community. visibility.

see you there.

#VolunQueerFair #OutAndReady #lgbtqvisibility #mutualaid #utah

Volun Queer Fair Poster with event date and time. Friday July 11th from 4 to 7 pm

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · Jun 10

hosting a emergency preparedness conversation at Space Tea on June 14 at 2pm

we’ll talk queer-centered emergency planning, 96-hour kits, and 72-hour "bug-out" bags

come for the bubble tea, stay for the conversation

#OutAndReady #SpaceTeaSLC #QueerPreparedness #CommunityResilience #SummerSafety

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · Jun 1

been quiet on here. not quiet in real life.
pride month reminder:
queer safety = queer survival = queer joy.

preparedness is part of that.
we’re still here. still building. still ready.

#OutAndReady #PrideMonth #queerresilience #inclusivepreparedness

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · May 16

#FeatureFriday
at Davis County Pride we asked:
“what does preparedness mean to you + your community?”

someone wrote:
“resources from local health department in case of outbreaks like monkeypox.”

queer safety includes health access. no stigma. that’s preparedness too.

#OutAndReady #lgbtqhealth

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · May 15

#ThinkAheadThursday
crowded event. loud music. sudden emergency.

do you know:
🧠 where to go?
🤝 who to check on?
📱 how to communicate?

talk about it before you need it.

#OutAndReady #eventpreparedness #lgbtqsafety #communityresilience

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · May 14

#WisdomWednesday
preparedness is care.
care for yourself. your people. your community.

safety isn’t just systems.
it’s making sure no one gets left behind.

#OutAndReady #inclusivepreparedness #lgbtqsafety #communityresilience

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · May 12

#MondayMindset
preparedness isn’t perfection.
it’s progress.

start with one small step today.
you don’t have to have it all figured out; you just have to care.

#OutAndReady #lgbtqsafety #communityresilience #preparednessforall

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · May 11

#SustainabilitySunday
prepping doesn’t have to mean waste.

♻️ refillable water
♻️ rechargeable batteries
♻️ biodegradable soap
♻️ reusable utensils

sustainable = smart + long-lasting.

#OutAndReady #greenpreparedness #lgbtqsafety #climateresilience

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · May 10

#SafetySaturday
your phone flashlight = backup.
you still need the real deal.

✅ flashlight by your bed
✅ one in your bag or car
✅ don’t forget batteries

small tool. big peace of mind.

#OutAndReady #preparednessforall #lgbtqsafety #blackoutprep

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · May 9

#ThinkAheadThursday
fire alarm at work. not a drill.
what’s your plan?

🚪 exits
🤝 who needs support
📱 comms if cell towers go down

practice is preparedness.

#OutAndReady #inclusiveplanning #communitysafety #lgbtqpreparedness

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · May 7

#WisdomWednesday
preparedness ≠ privilege.
preparedness = equity.

we don’t ask if you're ready.
we ask if the system was ever built for you.

#OutAndReady #inclusivepreparedness #lgbtqsafety #resilienceforall

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · May 6

#TipTuesday
your go-bag doesn’t need to be perfect.
just keep a small “grab bag” by the door.

✅ ID copies
✅ meds or med list
✅ flashlight
✅ water/snack
✅ comfort item

You deserve to be ready, as you are.

#OutAndReady #preparednessforall #lgbtqsafety #gobagtip

Out & Ready Emergency Management @outandreadyem.bsky.social · May 5

#MondayMindset
prepping isn’t fear.
it’s believing your life is worth protecting.

safety is self-respect.
planning is power.

#OutAndReady #lgbtqresilience #emergencymanagement #preparednessforall