Providing for Juvenile Delinquents during Disasters: Unraveling the Challenges for Multi-sector Organizations
Description:
Undergraduate thesis studying preparedness policies and mechanisms in place for the special population of juvenile delinquents housed in facilities during disasters. The author examines day-to-day functioning and assesses gaps in resources arising during and after a disaster by interviewing emergency managers, a representative from a major school district, and key personnel from a facility housing juvenile delinquents. Results suggest a lack of research regarding this population and the need fo…
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Date:
Autumn 2012
Creator:
Smith, Bridgette Gaynelle
Partner:
UNT Honors College