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About Us

Who We Are

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) was created to raise the standard of care and increase access to services for children and families who experience or witness traumatic events. 

Network Members

This listing of NCTSN members includes current grantees as well as NCTSN Affiliates, former grantees who have maintained their ties to the Network.

Strategic Partnerships

The National Center for Child Traumatic Stress works closely with National Child Traumatic Stress Network members to develop and expand comprehensive external partnerships.

Policy Issues

Collaborative work with policymakers has been an essential part of the mission and activities of the National Child Traumatic Stress Network since it began in 2000 as part of the Children’s Health Act. 

Position Statements

NCTSN position statements are developed collaboratively by members of the National Child Traumatic Stress Network in response to important issues in the field.

About This Website

NCTSN.org is a resource for the public, professionals, and others who care about children and are concerned about child traumatic stress.