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SC Johnson Public Report
July 22, 2020

Crisis in North Dakota

The Dakota community has two primary sections; North and South Dakota. Cultural differences are common in this land considering the many ideologies and experiences for many people over a long time. Like any other community, North Dakota also have unique features. It has its own opinion regarding the nature and wilderness, defined language, views on spirituality and terms and concepts. Volunteering as a mental health worker in this community requires an individual to understand all these unique features. For a hotline worker, it is essential to understand that during crisis/emergencies, victims contend with devastation, lack of organization and deplorable conditions (Bartley 5).Volunteering as a hotline worker also requires personal commitment and a heart willing to give all it has. Moreover, it is imperative to know that working conditions in the camp are not too comforting. Volunteers work the whole day with minimized sleeping time. Bartley states that, We finally returned at 2130 hours and I went to bed without dinner (9). This is an indication of how cumbersome this work could be and the level of sacrifice required.Preparation is another essential part in carrying out voluntary activities during crisis. First, volunteers can be taken to the actual sites and see the situations in which victims live. In this case, they are given time to handle their emotions with no interference. Most conditions are pathetic and needs a strong heart to withstand. Moreover, communication skills are also significant in carrying out such duties. Volunteers will be handling different people, and should have appropriate communication skills so as to involve someone in a healthy conversation. Additionally, preparation requires adequate supplies of all kinds to handle crisis situations. Demonstrating to volunteers how to use supplies such as work gloves and duct tape. Bartley states that she had the greatest difficulty in obtaining a duct tape (12). Also, other commodities like water, blankets, and light foods should be availed. With such strategies, voluntary work in a crisis becomes a success.Bartley, Alise, G. Confronting the Realities of Volunteering for a National Disaster. 29 (2007): 4-16.