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What Makes Us Special?

Our Mission

The International Academy for Crisis Response Training provides excellent and effective crisis intervention resources, education, and consultations to a wide variety of audiences, for the sole purpose of improving mental and emotional health globally.
We equip individuals and organizations with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to respond to crises effectively, fostering resilience and saving lives through expert training and compassionate leadership.

Get Involved

Develop the skills to manage and respond to crises effectively. Join us to build a critical incident support team in your area and contribute to a global network focused on resilience and healing.

Our Vision

A world where every community and professional is empowered to navigate crises with preparedness, confidence, and care, creating stronger,
more resilient futures for all.

At IACRT, we don’t just teach skills—we shape leaders in crisis response.

  • Tailored Training Solutions: Whether you’re a first responder, a school intervention specialist, or a church leader, we customize our programs to meet your unique needs.
  • Passion for Impact: Our team is deeply committed to making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities affected by crises.
  • Collaborative Partnerships: Through partnerships with global organizations and local stakeholders, we extend the reach and effectiveness of our training.
  • Proven Results: Our courses equip participants with practical, actionable skills that save lives and promote long-term resilience.
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Who we are

The International Academy for Crisis Response Training (IACRT) is a leader in equipping professionals and organizations with the skills and knowledge to respond effectively to crises. Founded on decades of experience, all of our instructors have boots on the ground experience in fire suppression, law enforcement, disaster relief, chaplaincy or military service. Focusing on peer support, disaster relief and trauma response, we provide specialized training led by industry experts, empowering individuals to make a difference in critical moments.
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What we do

At IACRT, we offer a comprehensive range of crisis response training programs, from foundational courses in Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) to advanced, tailored solutions for schools, first responders, hospitals, and more. Our hands-on, interactive approach ensures participants gain practical tools and confidence to handle real-world challenges. With certifications, continuing education opportunities, and innovative learning methods, we help individuals and organizations build resilience and enhance their impact.
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Why we do it

We are a team of compassionate people who care greatly, and want to empower others to not only help themselves but also to support one another. Crisis situations demand strategic preparation, appropriate tactics, compassion, and expertise. At IACRT, we are driven by a mission to empower communities and professionals to face crises with confidence. Our work is rooted in the belief that effective crisis response creates stronger, more resilient communities.

Meet Our Team

FRAN GRAHAM
CEO
Professional chaos tamer—because someone has to keep the wheels on the bus!
ROB GRAHAM
CFO
Professional bean counter & accounts manager
MEGHAN GRAHAM
Executive Assistant
Chief multitasker - keeping students on track, on time, and keeping Fran sane.
JASON REYNOLDS
Virtual Support Services
Chief strategist of making people want stuff they didn’t know they needed.