To help youth proactively address the problem of violence, APA and MTV have teamed up to provide youth with information about identifying the warning signs of violent behavior and how to get help if they recognize these signs in themselves or their peers. In addition, the center provides technical assistance with these programs. Their Information House collects research literature on the causes and prevention of violence and offers topical bibliographic searches. The center offers a variety of resources from facts and statistics on youth violence to database searches on youth violence. Every Club has full-time, trained youth development professionals who act as positive role models and mentors.
Volunteers provide key supplementary support.
The hotline staff is trained to handle calls and questions about violence and suicide. The Office of Justice Programs Provides summary findings about criminal victimization, victim characteristics, and characteristics of crime. Center for Effective Collaboration and Practice Their web site provides on-line information, electronic interactive discussions, lists of individuals and organizations with expertise in school safety and violence prevention, and links to many resources important to developing safe schools and communities. When Teens Turn Violent National Safety Council Provides information on recognizing the signs before it is too late. Member agencies are involved with prevention and treatment of child abuse and neglect, and they provide various services in addition to child protection.