DIRG is a cooperative disaster planning and response group consisting of  representatives from libraries, archives, museums and other cultural institutions within the greater Portland Oregon area.

The mission of the Disaster Response Group (DIRG) is to provide education, support, and resources for emergency preparedness, response, and recovery for libraries and archives in our region.

The vision of the DIsaster Response Group is to be recognized as the primary regional resource for the preservation and protection of library and archival materials.

 
The purpose of this site is to provide documents and resources for aiding in disaster/emergency preparedness. We are also available for immediate assistance.

If you would like to become a member of DIRG /LPRT please contact Kris Kern kernk@pdx.edu  or Alex Toth tothalex@pacificu.edu

For events and general information regarding preservation and disaster planning in the area please consider joining  Preservenw listserv .  

Affiliates:

Oregon Library Association (OLA)

OLA Library Preservation Round Table (LPRT)

WestPas