Homeland Security
The September 11 attacks and the possibility of future terrorist actions have created daunting new challenges in homeland security. New threats and greater demands face our nation's public safety, health, and emergency preparedness officials. The Corporation for National and Community Service is helping mobilize the nation's volunteer and national service resources to help meet these demands in the areas of public safety, public health, and disaster relief. Following are some of our most relevant resources for this topic area.
Online Courses
- CNCS Disaster Services Online Orientation (Parts I, II, and III)
- Managing Spontaneous Volunteers in Times of Disaster
Effective Practices
- Collaborating to recruit and train RSVP volunteers for homeland security needs
- Involving RSVP volunteers in homeland security efforts
- Preparing for a national security emergency
- Mobilizing a community with a Neighborhood Watch program
Online Library Items
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