January was first declared as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month in 2010. Since then, January has been a time to acknowledge those experiencing enslavement and those who have escaped.
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NCTSN position statements are developed collaboratively by members of the National Child Traumatic Stress Network in response to important issues in the field.
June was first declared as World Refugee Awareness Month in 2001. Since then, June has been a time to acknowledge strength, courage and perseverance of millions of refugees who live around the globe.
The following resources on Early Childhood Trauma were developed by the NCTSN.
The following resources on Race-Based Trauma were developed by the NCTSN. We apologize that content supporting anti-racist organizational practices is no longer available on this site.
The following resources on Mass Violence were developed by the NCTSN.
In any given year, approximately one million children come to the attention of the U.S. child welfare system.
Children's reactions to trauma can interfere considerably with learning and behavior at school. Schools serve as a critical system of support for children who have experienced trauma.
Families and children may be profoundly affected by mass violence, acts of terrorism, or community trauma in the form of shootings, bombings, or other types of attacks.
The 12 Core Concepts provide essential guidance for professionals working with children and families affected by trauma.