How to Create a Coordinated, Survivor-centric Community Response Plan for Mass Violence Incidents
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
3:00 pm to 4:30 P.M. EDT
This 10th Virtual National Town Hall on Mass Violence was hosted by the National Mass Violence Center and the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime.
Key Takeaways
Elizabeth Cronin, Esq.
Victim programs and service providers should collaborate with Emergency Managers to integrate robust victim services into planning for a more comprehensive response, prioritizing the needs of victims and survivors.
Erik S. Gaull, CEM®, CISSP®, CPP®, CBCP®, PMP®, MEP
It’s better to exchange business cards before the emergency.
Angela Moreland, Ph.D.
Even if you feel that your community is prepared to handle disaster, it is crucial to consider the unique components of mass violence and the services that will be needed. Incorporate these into your plans early!
FEDERAL RESOURCES
US Department of Justice
Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) Antiterrorism and Emergency Assistance Program (AEAP)
OVC Training and Technical Assistance Center Helping Victims of Mass Violence and Terrorism Toolkit
The Office of Community Oriented Policing Services Operationalizing Proactive Community Engagement: A Framework for Police Organizations
Bureau of Justice Assistance National Training and Technical Assistance Center Responding to Mass Violence: Preparation is Key
Federal Bureau of Investigation Victim Services Response Team & Trauma Notification Training
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives Victim/Witness Assistance Program
VICTIM SERVICE PROFESSIONALS
National Mass Violence Center (NMVC) Role of Victim Service Professionals in Responding to MVIs (pdf)
NMVC Navigating Community Resources in Times of Crisis: A Tip Sheet for Victim Services Professionals (pdf)
ELECTED OFFICIALS
United on Guns & U.S. Conference of Mayors Mass Shooting Resources for Mayors
United on Guns & U.S. Conference of Mayors Mass Shootings in America’s Cities: Mayors’ Experience and Lessons Learned (pdf)
National Governor’s Association (NGA) Governor’s Guide to Homeland Security
COMMUNITY LEADERS
LAW ENFORCEMENT | FIRE | EMERGENCY RESPONDERS
Police Executive Research Forum The Role of Police Executives in Assisting Victims of Mass Violence: Lessons from the Field (pdf)
International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)
- IACP Active Shooter Resources
- Mass Violence Advisory Initiative
- IACP Police Chief Magazine Planning for the Unpredictable
Center for Firefighter Behavioral Health
National Sheriffs Association School Safety Resource Site
National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives, Violent Incident Response
National Alliance on Mental Health Preparing for the Unimaginable: How Chiefs Can Safeguard Officer Mental Health After Mass Casualty Events
National Fire Protection Association Events That Involve Violence
HOSPITALS AND HEALTHCARE
National Governors Association Virtual Resource Center for Public Health Emergency Preparedness
Rural Health Information Hub Emergency Preparedness and Response for Mass Casualty Incidents
National Institutes of Health, National Library of Medicine Hospital Planning and Response to an Active Shooter Incident: Planning for the n=1
Community Health Partners The Role of Community Health Partnership in the Club Q Crisis Response (pdf)
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Mass Violence – TRACIE Health Care Emergency Preparedness Information Gateway
MASS VIOLENCE PLANNING AND PREPAREDNESS
NMVC MVP: The Mass Violence Podcast:
NMVC A Guide to Agencies That Respond to Mass Violence Incidents (pdf)
Improving Community Preparedness - Training & Technical Assistance (ICPTTA): Mass Violence Planning: Why and How (pdf)
Colorado Division of Criminal Justice, Department of Public Safety Mass Violence Toolkit for Crime Victim Advocates
The Crime Report Mass Violence Attacks: Five Ways Communities Can Prepare for the Unthinkable
American Bar Association Planning for Mass Casualty Incidents: Emergency Treatment and Privacy
New York State Emergency Management Association NYS Mass Fatality Management Resource Guide (pdf)
Greater New York Hospital Association Integrated Explosive Event and Mass Casualty Event: Response Plan Template (pdf)
National Center for Victims of Crime Mass Violence – Victim Connect Resource Center
American Psychological Association PsychNet A Review of Preparation for and Responses to Mass Violence Incidents