Episode 6 explores why, in today’s disaster landscape, the most important resilience tool isn’t a go‑bag, but the relationships we build before crisis hits. We dive into the world of COADs and VOADs, the volunteer and community organizations that are often first on the scene and last to leave. Through real‑world examples and insights from research and reporting, this episode shows how neighbors, nonprofits, and local networks form the backbone of disaster response - and why community connection is the most essential preparation for the future ahead.