This summer, NC OVP hosted a series of community violence prevention meetings across the middle, eastern, and western regions of the state.
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Want to learn more about earthquake safety? Practice protecting yourself and join nearly a million others in the Great Southeast ShakeOut drill on October 15 at 10:15 a.m.
Two years ago on Sept. 27, 2024, North Carolina was changed forever when Hurricane Helene delivered catastrophic flooding and destruction to the western portion of the state. On the second anniversary of the worst storm in the history of the state, NCDPS reflects on the completed recovery work and the what remains on the horizon.
For young people in North Carolina’s Juvenile Justice system, finding a better path forward in life is more than just meeting court requirements and staying out of trouble – it’s often about healing from childhood traumas that many adults could never imagine.
August is National Wellness Month, a time to think about the small things we can do to take care of ourselves and find balance. For Peter Kuhns, director of Facility and Programs with Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, that means building with LEGO.
Students at Chatham Youth Development Center stepped into the past, dressing as notable historical figures and presenting on their lives and accomplishments.
The camp was held June 22 - 26, and gave attendees a chance to experience and learn what roles within the emergency management profession are like.
June is National Great Outdoors Month. Natural light helps regulate sleep patterns and energy levels. Outdoor time encourages movement, social connection and mental decompression. It gives the brain a break from constant stimulation and helps reset concentration levels, especially during stressful or emotionally demanding days.
As Mental Health Awareness Month draws to a close, the Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is highlighting the mental health needs of our juvenile population and looking forward to the opening of a new unit that will provide crisis mental health services to youth in juve
Rose Werth, program analyst with the state Criminal Justice Analysis Center, explores factors that likely contributed to a 2021 spike in firearm homicides – and the steady decline that has continued into 2026.
Featured article in the May 2025 edition of the Violence Prevention Update quarterly newsletter.
In Q1 of 2026, Samarcand Training Academy proudly hosted more than 40 events, welcoming 64 agencies and serving a weekly aggregate of over 2,100 students and instructors.
Hurricane Preparedness Week is May 3-9 and provides an excellent reminder not to wait until a storm arrives to get ready. While the season officially begins June 1 and runs through Nov. 30, it’s never too early to be prepared.