Reflect on your experience researching and writing an AAR. The importance of the AAR and its benefits to various stakeholders involved in emergency management. Articulate the purpose of the report and explain the challenges you encountered writing it. Consider the following questions and compose a 500–750-word response:

  1. How does an AAR work to support communities facing a crisis? Include a specific example.
  2. Why is writing an AAR valuable for professionals in the field of emergency management?
  3. Is this a practical document for use in improving emergency planning? Why or why not?
  4. What have you learned that you can apply in your current or future position in the field of emergency management?

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines and use a minimum of four scholarly sources to support your explanation.