# www.nationalsafeplace.org



## Pages


- [Media Inquiries](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/media-inquiries): Contact us for media inquiries & interviews. Learn about our mission to support youth safety & awareness initiatives.

- [Impact & Reach](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/impact-reach): Safe Place offers immediate help for youth in crisis. Access support and resources today!

- [Leadership & Governance](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/leadership-governance): Learn how National Safe Place leads youth safety initiatives with strong governance and experienced leadership. Get involved today!

- [Newsletter Signup](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/newsletter-signup): Sign up for updates from National Safe Place. Stay informed about our mission & community support. Join us today!

- [NSP Week](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/nsp-week): Join NSP Week to support youth in crisis. Get involved by sponsoring, donating, or raising awareness for youth safety initiatives.

- [Annual Report](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/annual-report): Access the 2024 Annual Report to see our commitment to youth safety & support. Download now for insights into our programs.

- [Training & Events](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/training-events): Explore National Safe Place training and events designed to build skills, strengthen leadership, and connect professionals serving youth and families.

- [TXT 4 HELP™](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/txt-4-help): TXT 4 HELP offers free, confidential text support for youth in the US. Text 'SAFE' for help anytime, anywhere.

- [Safe Place Map](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/safe-place-map): Find immediate help & safety for youth under 18. Access resources anytime. Reach out for support today!

- [Safe Place Site Resources](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/safe-place-site-resources): Access essential tools & training for Safe Place sites. Support youth safety with our resources. Join us in fostering safer communities.

- [Youth Safety Education](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/youth-safety-education): Access vital resources for youth safety. Get help anytime through Safe Place & TXT 4 HELP. You are not alone in seeking support.

- [What is Safe Place](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/what-is-safe-place): Safe Place offers immediate help for youth in crisis. Visit a Safe Place site or text 'SAFE' to 4HELP for support anytime.

- [Donate](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/give): Support youth in crisis by donating today. Choose one-time or monthly contributions to help provide safety & resources.

- [Safe Place Agencies](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/safe-place-agencies): Safe Place offers immediate help & safety for youth in need. Reach out for free, confidential support anytime.

- [Grant Support Services](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/grant-support-services): Access customized grant support to help your organization identify opportunities, strengthen proposals, and build capacity for sustainable funding.

- [Child and Youth Care (CYC) Certification](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/CYC): Child and Youth Care (CYC): Foundations course and certification helps youth-serving professionals strengthen their skills, demonstrate competency, and advance within the field.

- [TAPP](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/tapp): National TAPP brings youth-serving middle managers together for experiential learning, peer connection, problem-solving, and leadership development.

- [Contact Form](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/contact-us): Access immediate help for youth in crisis. Visit a Safe Place or text for support today!

- [Customized Training & Consultation](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/customized-training): National Safe Place provides customized training and consultation tailored to each organization’s priorities, staff, programs, and community needs.

- [Training of Facilitators and Trainers](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/toft): Training of Facilitators and Trainers  (TOFT) equips youth-serving professionals to design and deliver engaging, effective training within their organizations.

- [Families Thrive](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/families-thrive): Families Thrive equips youth-serving professionals with practical tools and strategies to strengthen family engagement and support positive outcomes for young people.

- [What Our Community Says](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/community-testimonials): Hear from youth- and family-serving professionals nationwide about how NSP strengthens organizations through connection, resources, guidance, and support.

- [Professional Coaching](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/professional-coaching): Strengthen your leadership through personalized professional coaching designed for leaders and professionals serving youth and families.

- [Level Up Leadership](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/level-up-leadership): Level Up Leadership helps supervisors, managers, and emerging leaders in youth-serving organizations build skills, confidence, and capacity to lead effective teams.

- [About  The Community™](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/about-the-community): Learn how The Community connects youth-serving organizations nationwide through shared resources, collaboration, professional learning, and peer support.

- [Benefits](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/benefits): Explore the resources, connections, learning opportunities, and exclusive benefits available to organizations participating in The Community.

- [Start a Safe Place Program](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/start-a-safe-place-program): Start a Safe Place Program to help youth in crisis access safety & support. Partner with NSPN for guidance & resources.

- [Become a Safe Place Site](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/become-a-safe-place-site): Become a Safe Place site to help youth in crisis. Join us in creating safe spaces for support and resources.

- [News + Resources](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/nsp-insights): Explore NSP Insights for news, practical tools, and guidance supporting youth-serving organizations, professionals, and communities nationwide.

- [Organizational Overview](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/organizational-overview): Safe Place offers immediate help for youth in crisis. Access support and resources today!

- [Find a  Safe Place®](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/find-a-safe-place): Safe Place offers immediate help for youth in crisis. Text 'SAFE' to 4HELP for support or find a Safe Place near you.

- [History & Evolution](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/mission-history): Learn about our mission to provide safety for youth in crisis. Get help anytime through our Safe Place program.

- [Build a Safe Community](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/build-a-safe-community): Learn how the Safe Place program supports youth in crisis. Join us in creating a safe community for all young people.

- [NSP Awards](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/nsp-awards): National Safe Place advances a nationwide system of response that helps communities, organizations, and caring adults respond effectively when young people are in crisis. NSP’s work is grounded in prevention, family and community connection, local leadership, evidence-informed practice, and responsible stewardship of resources to ensure effective and efficient use of funding.

- [Framework for Youth Safety & Community Response](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/framework-for-youth-safety): National Safe Place advances a nationwide system of response that helps communities, organizations, and caring adults respond effectively when young people are in crisis. NSP’s work is grounded in prevention, family and community connection, local leadership, evidence-informed practice, and responsible stewardship of resources to ensure effective and efficient use of funding.

- [Invest](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/invest): Support youth safety through donations & sponsorships. Help create safer communities for young people nationwide.

- [Safe Place Directory](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/safe-place-directory): Find immediate help & safety for youth in need. Access resources & support anytime. Reach out for assistance today!

- [Operation Angel Summit Resources](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/oa-resources): Operation Angel Summit provides youth safety resources focused on prevention, online safety, exploitation awareness, and access to trusted support.

- [Operation Angel Summit™](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/operation-angel-summit): Operation Angel Summit helps youth recognize and prevent exploitation through education, real stories, and access to immediate support.

- [Focus 2027](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/focus-2027): Focus brings youth-serving professionals together for National Training, meaningful connections, practical strategies, and inspiration to strengthen services for youth.

- [Journey to Safety™](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/journey-to-safety): Support youth in crisis with Safe Place. Get immediate help for bullying, homelessness, & abuse. Join the Journey to Safety today!

- [Programs & Initiatives](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/programs-initiatives): Safe Place offers immediate help for youth in crisis. Access support and resources today!

- [Home](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/): Safe Place® offers immediate help for youth in crisis. Reach out for support anytime. Donations help sustain our vital services.

- [Primary Contact Information - Thank You for Confirming](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/primary-contact-information---thank-you-for-confirming): Learn how the Safe Place program supports youth in crisis. Join us in creating a safe community for all young people.


## Blog Posts


- [Registration is Open for the Training of Facilitators and Trainers](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/registration-is-open-for-the-training-of-facilitators-and-trainers)

- [Getting the Most From The Community](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/getting-the-most-from-the-community)

- [Understanding the Protective Factors That Keep Young People Safer](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/understanding-the-protective-factors-that-keep-young-people-safer)

- [Free Tools for Talking with Young People About Online Safety](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/free-tools-for-talking-with-young-people-about-online-safety)

- [What Youth Serving Professionals Should Know About Student Homelessness](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/what-youth-serving-professionals-should-know-about-student-homelessness)

- [Five Questions to Strengthen a Youth Mentoring Program](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/five-questions-to-strengthen-a-youth-mentoring-program)

- [When Helping Takes a Toll Recognizing Secondary Traumatic Stress](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/when-helping-takes-a-toll-recognizing-secondary-traumatic-stress)

- [A Practical Guide to Meaningful Youth Engagement](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/a-practical-guide-to-meaningful-youth-engagement)

- [Is Your Organization Practicing Trauma Informed Care](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/is-your-organization-practicing-trauma-informed-care)

- [ACF Awards $7.3 Million to Help States Build Prevention Infrastructure to Reduce Foster Care Entries](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/acf-awards-7-3-million-to-help-states-build-prevention-infrastructure-to-reduce-foster-care-entries)

- [Title IV-E Prevention Accelerator Grants](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/title-iv-e-prevention-accelerator-grants)

- [ACF Awards $2.2 Million to Modernize Child Welfare Licensing Infrastructure](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/acf-awards-2-2-million-to-modernize-child-welfare-licensing-infrastructure)

- [Recognizing Relationship Abuse and Responding Without Judgment](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/copy-of-recognizing-relationship-abuse-and-responding-without-judgment)

- [Three Free Tools to Strengthen Your Organization](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/three-free-tools-to-strengthen-your-organization)

- [Supporting the People Who Support Young People](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/supporting-the-people-who-support-young-people)

- [Building Connection as Young People Return to School](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/building-connection-as-young-people-return-to-school)

- [Supporting Youth Before a Crisis Escalates](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/supporting-youth-before-a-crisis-escalates)

- [From Participation to Partnership Meaningful Youth Engagement](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/from-participation-to-partnership-meaningful-youth-engagement)

- [Is Your Organization Truly Trauma Informed](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/is-your-organization-truly-trauma-informed)

- [Strengthening Safety Practices in Youth Serving Organizations](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/strengthening-safety-practices-in-youth-serving-organizations)

- [More Than a Sign How Safe Place Connects Youth to Help](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/more-than-a-sign-how-safe-place-connects-youth-to-help)

- [Creating Space for Youth Voice in Program Decisions](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/creating-space-for-youth-voice-in-program-decisions)

- [Building Meaningful Relationships with Young People](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/building-meaningful-relationships-with-young-people)

- [ACF Launches $7 Million Innovation Challenge to Help Achieve A Home for Every Child](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/acf-launches-7-million-innovation-challenge-to-help-achieve-a-home-for-every-child)

- [Registration Open for GrantED 101](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/registration-open-for-granted-101-2026)

- [Creating Safe Spaces: A Guide for Early Childhood Programs](https://www.nationalsafeplace.org/creating-safe-spaces-a-guide-for-early-childhood-programs)