http://nationalserviceresources.org/taxonomy/term/172 The taxonomy view with a depth of 0. en http://nationalserviceresources.org/sandbag-video <p>(Click the play button even if you do not see a still frame of the video)</p> <p><a href="http://nationalserviceresources.org/sandbag-video">read more</a></p> Disaster preparedness and response Public safety Training flood sandbag sandbags Tue, 01 Jul 2008 11:23:09 -0500 lauran 19381 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/expert-chun-disaster <p align="right"><a href="/consult#experts">Ask the Expert Archive</a></p> <p><b>SEPTEMBER 2006</b></p> <p><img src="/images/experts/chun.jpg"> Greg Chun, Director of Disaster and Emergency Management, California Service Corps</p> <p><a href="http://nationalserviceresources.org/expert-chun-disaster">read more</a></p> Disaster preparedness and response Public safety AmeriCorps AmeriCorps State State Commissions Tue, 29 Apr 2008 16:25:07 -0500 amberc 6202 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/disaster-updates <p>The weekly <em>Disaster News Update</em> covers recent disaster/hazard activity, current FEMA major disaster declarations, volunteer program news, community program news, response and recovery news, preparedness and mitigation news, and gulf coast recovery news.</p> <p><a href="http://nationalserviceresources.org/disaster-updates">read more</a></p> Disaster preparedness and response Public safety Project TADS Mon, 28 Apr 2008 17:44:22 -0500 magdalenam 2516 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/node/19460 <p>As more and more students spend more time on the Internet, not only in pursuit of academic activities, but as a way to socialize, there are dangers that tutors, mentors, and parents should be aware of. This effective practice, excerpted from materials written by Vanessa Van Petten, examines the issue of cyberbullying and is from the America Learns Network of tutoring and mentoring strategies.</p> http://nationalserviceresources.org/node/19460#comments Out-of-school time Crime prevention Public safety Tutoring Conflict resolution Training Technology Senior Corps AmeriCorps Learn and Serve America Community-Based Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Youth Program management LEARNS Wed, 20 Aug 2008 15:04:39 -0500 magdalenam 19460 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/feature-jul2008-nat-night-out <p><strong>National Night Out </strong></p> <p><em>&quot;As one of the nation&rsquo;s most prominent civic events, I encourage all Californians to take part in National Night Out in their community. This event is a fantastic opportunity for residents and law enforcement to come together to fight crime and celebrate community spirit.&quot; &mdash;</em> Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, State of California</p> <p><a href="http://nationalserviceresources.org/feature-jul2008-nat-night-out">read more</a></p> Days of service Crime prevention Public safety National Neighborhood Day National Night Out Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:24:19 -0500 corik 19423 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/tasc/st-comm-cluster-jan2007-atlantic <p><!--<br /> <h4><a title="Project TASC: Technical Assistance to State Commissions" href="/wg_preview.php?page_id=773">Project TASC</a></h4> <h3>January 2007 Conference Calls: Atlantic Cluster Call Recording<br /> </h3> <p><a href="http://nationalserviceresources.org/tasc/st-comm-cluster-jan2007-atlantic">read more</a></p> Disaster preparedness and response Homeland security Public safety Project TASC Fri, 23 May 2008 18:20:55 -0500 jennifermi 19348 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/service-activities/crime-prevention <p>Crime prevention is about creating and sustaining neighborhoods and communities where crime cannot flourish. Find ways to link up the community with police, service agencies, and organizations of all kinds to develop and implement solutions that address mutual concerns about crime and safety. Following are some of our most relevant resources for this topic.</p> <p><a href="http://nationalserviceresources.org/service-activities/crime-prevention">read more</a></p> http://nationalserviceresources.org/service-activities/crime-prevention#comments Crime prevention Public safety Tue, 13 May 2008 17:29:37 -0500 lauran 17910 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/E3578 <p>Covers what to expect while serving in a crisis, what may be needed during different phases, and what issues are cross-cutting and recurring. Contains information on community building and redevelopment, as well as additional resources to customize a VISTA Ready Kit. Includes relevant pdf documents, a disaster rebuild cost estimate worksheet (Excel format), and PowerPoint presentations.</p> Disaster preparedness and response Public safety AmeriCorps AmeriCorps VISTA Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:19 -0500 pingv 17047 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/V3475 <p>Focuses on youth gangs and how to keep kids from joining them. Examines the connection between gangs and the rise in violence and drugs. Explains that although gangs were traditionally an urban problem involving young males, gangs have worked their way into the suburbs and girls are joining in increasing numbers. DVD format. 46 minutes.</p> At-risk youth Public safety Violence prevention Youth Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:19 -0500 pingv 17002 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/M3615 <p>Based on an analysis of effective practices and models, this report helps in developing a strategy for working with unaffiliated volunteers. Covers national principles, concepts of operation, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. See also "Preventing a Disaster Within the Disaster: The Effective Use and Management of Unaffiliated Volunteers" (M3248).</p> Disaster preparedness and response Public safety Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:19 -0500 pingv 17056 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/R2797 <p>Textbook provides overview of historic and current homeland security reorganization, case studies, best practices, and policies and programs related to the Homeland Security Act of 2002 and to the Department of Homeland Security. Recounts government and private sector actions taken in the aftermath of 9/11 in the areas of legislation, government organization, communications, technology, and emergency management practices. Includes lists of State Emergency Management offices, Homeland Security grantees, and web-based resources.</p> Disaster preparedness and response Homeland security Public safety Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500 pingv 16569 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/R2805 <p>Reference book containing case studies of disaster response planning and disaster mitigation. Outlines historic and current organization of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Response Plan (FRP). Describes the roles, responsibilities, and interrelationships between FEMA, FRP, and state and local emergency management systems. Includes glossary, list of emergency management websites, and directory of emergency management agencies in the United States. </p> Disaster preparedness and response Homeland security Public safety Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500 pingv 16572 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/R3093 <p>Aimed at law enforcement officers, teachers, government leaders, community organizers, youth workers, and others who want to engage youth as prime players in crime prevention and community betterment. Offers statistics on juvenile crime and attitudes, summarizes the benefits of prevention programs that actively involve youth from planning through evaluation, and outlines practical suggestions on program development and youth-adult roles and relationships. Identifies four components of successful programs and provides profiles of national programs with strong youth involvement components.</p> Crime prevention Public safety NCPC Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500 pingv 16736 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/W3131 <p>Using a comicbook format and interspersed with game-like activities, this resource focuses on reducing and preventing drug use among youth. Contains a section intended for parents to use when teaching a child to make responsible decisions, resist peer pressure, and develop healthy habits. The McGruff dog character is used to connect crime prevention with drug and alcohol education.</p> At-risk youth Crime prevention Public safety Youth NCPC Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500 pingv 16764 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/V3157 <p>Explains how to plan ahead in the event of a disaster by stocking a survival kit, understanding the nature of dangers posed, and using common-sense techniques for staying safe. Learn how to safeguard against natural disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes, tornados, and wild fires as well as how to prepare for terrorist attacks. Ranges between information on childproofing a home with simple safety measures all the way to protection in the event of chemical or biological attacks. DVD format.</p> Disaster preparedness and response Homeland security Public safety Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500 pingv 16779 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/R3159 <p>Describes the strengths and limitations of organizations that work together to resolve some of mankind's worst shared dilemmas. Wildland firefighting, emergency and disaster management, and public safety networks are studied to uncover what each network does well and not so well. Provides a general management framework that other crisis management networks will find useful. Includes appendices containing network evaluation questions, the author's hypotheses and corresponding principles, and a bibliography.</p> Disaster preparedness and response Homeland security Public safety Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500 pingv 16781 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/V3162 <p>A heartfelt chronicle about the thousands of emergency personnel, on and off-duty, who responded to one of America's worst disasters. Ground Zero's volunteers (including firefighters, church and relief organization volunteers, and private citizens) describe their experiences responding to the call for help. Instead of despair, the film encourages viewers to pay tribute to the victims, rescuers, and volunteers of Ground Zero by engaging in volunteer service. Includes the film, a special interactive map, music tribute, and director's commentary. DVD format. 84 minutes.</p> Disaster preparedness and response Homeland security Public safety Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500 pingv 16784 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/R3164 <p>An anthology that includes the perspectives of doctors, business managers, firefighters, American Red Cross volunteers, and members of the media to name a few, who all came together after September 11, 2001 to design more disaster-resilient communities. Offers updated strategies to improve disaster preparedness, particularly in light of the threat of terrorism. Intended for professionals and private citizens who want to know what kinds of questions must be asked and answered to better prepare their communities to survive future disasters. </p> Disaster preparedness and response Homeland security Public safety Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500 pingv 16786 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/R3186 <p>Explores the topics that revolve around the thousands of inmates who are released from state and federal prisons each year to return to their communities. Discusses the various aspects of prisoner reentry, including issues of sentencing, punishment, public safety, and prisoner reintegration. Covers the challenges posed by substance abuse, health problems, employment, and housing, as well as the complex implications of prisoner reentry for families and communities. Includes key research findings and highlights opportunities for policy innovation.</p> Prisoner reentry Public safety Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500 pingv 16803 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/V3206 <p>Features highlights from a 1997 roundtable discussion with national violence prevention experts, plus interviews with young children about their experiences with violence. Part I of the video gives an overview, and Part II covers strategies. Topics include the impact of violence on young children, strategies for reducing gun violence, dealing with violence in the media, and investing in prevention as an alternative to incarceration. 61 minutes.</p> At-risk youth Public safety Violence prevention Youth Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500 pingv 16822 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/V3207 <p>Includes key points from a 1993 conference. Covers developmental effects of both domestic and community violence on young children, how experiencing or witnessing violence can effect feelings and the ability to learn, and how most children exposed to violence do not become violent themselves. 17 minutes.</p> At-risk youth Public safety Violence prevention Youth Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500 pingv 16823 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/V3228 <p>Includes segment one ("Juveniles Locked Up") and segment two ("Domestic Violence, Street Violence") of a four-part series that examines successful violence prevention programs across the country. Segment one looks at a juvenile prison in California and interviews inmates and a UCLA criminologist. Segment two describes the success of a program where a Los Angeles doctor and former teenage patients speak to younger kids around their city about weapons and violence, and highlights an experimental New York City school utilizing small class sizes to reduce violence. 2 hours.</p> At-risk youth Crime prevention Public safety Violence prevention Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500 pingv 16837 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/V3229 <p>Includes segment three ("Crisis In Our Inner Cities") and segment four ("Solutions for Children") of a four-part series that examines successful violence prevention programs across the country. Segment three looks at the causes of violence and at prevention efforts in effect through inner city churches and communities. Segment four shows how domestic abuse affects children and how troubled families can be helped. Features interviews with recovering abusers, and children in a drug recovery school called "Sobriety High". Appropriate for middle and high school students. 2 hours.</p> At-risk youth Public safety Violence prevention K-12 Students Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500 pingv 16838 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/M3233 <p>Examines the myths and realities of teen crime, the reasons behind violence, and ways to prevent future violence. Includes an extensive section of resources as well as 16 real-life examples of effective violence prevention and management programs from across the country. In English and Spanish.</p> At-risk youth Crime prevention Public safety Violence prevention NCPC Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500 pingv 16841 at http://nationalserviceresources.org http://nationalserviceresources.org/library/items/V3263 <p>Gives clear guidance for reducing elder abuse and for understanding how behavior can be hurtful emotionally, if not physically. Topics include the stress that comes from dealing with an older person with dementia, how this stress can lead to caregiver anger, depression, and abuse, and how to recognize the signs of abuse. Includes instructor manual. 13 minutes.</p> Public safety Violence prevention Senior services Seniors Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500 pingv 16866 at http://nationalserviceresources.org