Outstanding Collaborative/Group Pro Bono Service Award: FEMA
Recognizing Barbara Sadhana, Dorrie Durand, and Tammy Lynn Barajas from FEMA.
FEMA has been a foundational partner in the success of Disaster Legal Services across the country. Through its Individual Assistance program, FEMA collaborates with the legal community to make civil legal aid accessible to disaster survivors. Staff members such as Barbara Sadhana, Tammy Lynn Barajas, and Dorrie Durand have brought decades of experience in emergency management and survivor services, helping bridge the gap between legal aid and federal assistance.
From managing field deployments to identifying systemic issues in aid delivery, FEMA’s DLS liaisons work hand-in-hand with local legal providers to ensure timely, effective support. Their commitment to coordination, innovation, and compassion reflects FEMA’s mission to help communities recover and rebuild with dignity.
Barbara Sadhana
Dorrie Durand
