Organizations & Emergency Partners
Stay connected to the agencies, clubs, and service groups that shape amateur radio in the Mid-South.
National org partners
Served public-safety agencies
Clubs we coordinate with
OBARC collaborates with local governments, state agencies, and national organizations to share best practices and keep our operators mission-ready.
Use this directory to follow official announcements, volunteer for events, and request formal introductions.
National Organizations
Membership benefits, advocacy, and training resources worth monitoring.
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Regulatory advocacy, publications, EMCOMM Academy, and Logbook of The World.
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Amateur satellite launches, tutorials, and operating schedules.
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Official severe-weather spotting courses and briefing products.
Emergency & Public Service Partners
Agreements that activate OBARC volunteers.
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Quarterly exercises, shelter support, and interoperable comms planning.
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Olive Branch Police & FirePublic-safety outreach, parades, and rapid deployment drills.
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State-level coordination for disaster declarations and resource requests.
Regional Clubs & Technical Communities
Collaboration expands coverage and training opportunities.
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Memphis-area repeaters, VE sessions, and technical workshops.
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ARES team focusing on bike rides, runs, and community events.
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North Mississippi Makers, CodeCrew, and school robotics teams for joint outreach.
How to Plug In
Make your interest known so coordinators can mobilize you when needed.
- Keep your FEMA IS-100/200/700 certificates handy; most agencies ask for them.
- Attend at least one partner meeting or virtual briefing each quarter so names stay familiar.
- Log public-service hours in the club tracker. Data helps us justify grants and equipment loans.
- If you have agency contacts, loop the OBARC board in so we present a unified front.
Featured Resources
Need a formal introduction?
Tell us which partner you want to support, your availability, and relevant skills. We will make the introduction and track your assignment.
Contact OBARC Leadership