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NCCTS policy activities are guided by Ellen Gerrity, PhD, Diane Elmore Borbon, PhD, MPH, and Lauren Absher, MSW, in collaboration with the NCTSN Policy Task Force.
The following resources on Homeless Youth were developed by the NCTSN.
An earthquake is a shifting of the earth’s plates, which results in a sudden mild-to-strong shaking of the ground. Since earthquakes are unexpected and can be very destructive, being in one can be very terrifying.
Knowing what to do right before and during a hurricane can help families feel more in control and take steps to increase their safety.
Tsunamis can occur with very little warning, which can heighten the fear and intensity of experiencing one and can also lead to greater loss of life and injuries.
A windstorm is a storm with high winds or violent gusts that are strong enough to cause at least some damage to trees and buildings. Dangerous wind gusts are very difficult to predict and can occur without warning.
Knowing what to do during a winter storm can help families stay safe.
Landslides often occur with little warning and can completely damage homes and businesses, requiring families to rebuild or relocate.
October was first declared as National Bullying Prevention Month in 2006.