 National DEC's approach for addressing the needs of children in dangerous drug environments is unique. It requires a multi-faceted strategy that includes prevention, law enforcement, courts, probation, social services, treatment, mental health, medical, child welfare, education, public health, federal agencies, non-profit organizations, and the community. Our solution focuses on the formation of community-based partnerships that encourage agency personnel from across these disciplines to coordinate their mutual interests, resources and responsibilities. We advocate intervention on behalf of these innocent victims and support state services and local communities by helping to develop efficient and effective strategies and tools that better leverage existing resources. |
