Understanding Weapon-Related Incidents in Schools
Across the country, schools are seeing a concerning trend: students bringing weapons, or weapon-like items, onto campus.
The Safety Moments That Don’t Make Headlines But Should
A man approaches a school dressed as law enforcement. He looks credible, carries authority, and expects to be let in. Bu …
When School Violence Is Stopped Before It Starts: What Threat Prevention Really Requires
In late November, a planned act of school violence was uncovered before it could occur. Two students were charged after …
Where Did It All Start? Understanding the Early Roots of Violence
All through human history, violence has been present and necessary for survival. Humans are not alone; we see it in ever …
Exploring Less-than-Lethal Options in Crisis Situations
Over the past few weeks, some organizations have approached me to evaluate their Less-than-Lethal options. What are Less …
Breaking the Cycle: How Early Prevention Stops Violence Before It Starts
There is a reason FEMA started its guidelines with prevention and mitigation! This is the space we all want to be in. It …
Nurturing Emotional Well-being: The Cornerstone of School Violence Prevention
In our last blog “Si Vis Pacem Para Bellum”, we talked about the concept of creating peace by preparing for war. In this …
Si Vis Pacem Para Bellum: Taking School Violence Prevention Seriously
Within the chaos of our society today perhaps there are some truths that are inevitable. I believe that within the latin …
A Journey towards Workplace Violence Prevention
Workplace violence is a pervasive issue that affects employees across various industries. It encompasses a range of beha …
