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Information and answers to frequently asked questions about cyberbullying Cyberbullying is a problem that affects almost half of all American teens. Whether you’ve been a victim of cyberbullying, know someone who has been cyberbullied, or have even cyberbullied yourself, there are steps you can take to stop cyberbullying and stay cyber-safe. [...]
Parents can help stop cyberbullying. You can start by talking to kids about the issue. Parents can help stop cyberbullying. Talk to your kids about the issue and teach them the rules below. What Kids Need to Know: Never give out personal information online. Never tell anyone but your parents your password, even friends. If [...]
An explanation of the growing phenomenon of cyberbullying Cyberbullying takes place online and through text messages. Cyberbullies can be classmates, or strangers, but most often they know their victims. Victims of cyberbullying may experience many of the same effects as children who are bullied in person, such as a drop in grades, low self-esteem, a [...]
Information and resources to curb the problem of cyberbullying For many children, being online isn't just a convenient way to complete their school work- it's also a big part of their social life. But like in many other social situations, bullying exists. Cyberbullying takes place online and through text messages. Kids who cyberbully others can [...]
McGruff®’s Crime Prevention Gifts 12 Days of Safety Tune in each day from Dec. 14 through 25 and unbox new crime prevention tips! From the racetrack to the North Pole, be on your jolly way to safety this holiday season. Holiday deals are everywhere, but so [...]
Hate divides communities. Hate can lead to crime and violence in schools, places of worship, and local communities. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Uniform Crime Reporting program, in 2012, 1,730 law enforcement agencies reported 5,796 hate crime incidents involving 6,718 offenses. Nearly half of these incidents were racially motivated but many also included sexual-orientation, [...]
The History of McGruff The Crime Dog In 1978, the Advertising Council, Inc., accepted the mission of helping the nation learn ways to prevent crime. The Ad Council gave the assignment to Dancer Fitzgerald Sample (now Saatchi & Saatchi), which volunteered its creative time and talent. That work was supported and informed by a [...]
McGruff the Crime Dog® and AlertID® - New App and 7 Simple “Back to School” Tips for Parents to Keep Kids Safe Aug 6, 2014 Las Vegas, Nevada; San Francisco, California; and Arlington, VA – August 6, 2014 ― Kids around the country are getting ready to go back to school and their safety [...]
FINRA Foundation and NCPC Offer A New Resource for Your Financial Security this October Oct 2, 2013 ARLINGTON, VA—Oct. 2, 2013—In 1984 The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) designated October as Crime Prevention Month. To mark Crime Prevention Month 2013, NCPC has announced the release of its Crime Prevention Month Kit in partnership with [...]
Aug 6, 2013 Las Vegas, NV; Palo Alto, CA; and Arlington, VA – August 6, 2013 ― Kids around the country are getting ready to go back to school and their safety is always a top priority. Back to School is the perfect time for AlertID and the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) to [...]
Iconic symbol of the National Crime Prevention Council celebrates another successful year delivering crime prevention and safety information to communities nationwide Jun 27, 2013 ARLINGTON, VA — June 27, 2013 — On July 1, 2013, the iconic symbol of crime prevention McGruff the Crime Dog® turns 33, signifying more than three decades of delivering [...]
July 1 marked the 40th Birthday of McGruff the Crime Dog®, America’s beloved crime prevention icon who—with the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC)—has led our nation’s efforts to help people keep themselves, their families, and their communities safe from crime.
We recognize that our country is in pain. Important questions are being raised about some relationships between law enforcement and their communities. At the same time, we face a global pandemic.
Even in tough times, it’s important to honor McGruff and people dedicated to crime prevention. They help keep our communities safe – often on shoestring budgets. We hope you will join us in honoring so many committed people across the country and our partner organizations who help prevent crime every day.
We cannot fix the entire world, but each of us can do our part and work to Take A Bite Out Of Crime®. That is why on McGruff’s Birthday this year, we honor all those who dedicate themselves to protecting our neighborhoods and families — from the first responders and all essential workers who are central to our battle against the Coronavirus to the community leaders who share NCPC’s tips and tools with the people in their cities, towns, and counties every day. And NCPC redoubles our commitment to work every day — through Crime Prevention Month 2021 and beyond — toward safer and more caring communities.
July 1 marked the 40th Birthday of McGruff the Crime Dog®, America’s beloved crime prevention icon who—with the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC)—has led our nation’s efforts to help people keep themselves, their families, and their communities safe from crime.
We recognize that our country is in pain. Important questions are being raised about some relationships between law enforcement and their communities. At the same time, we face a global pandemic.
Even in tough times, it’s important to honor McGruff and people dedicated to crime prevention. They help keep our communities safe – often on shoestring budgets. We hope you will join us in honoring so many committed people across the country and our partner organizations who help prevent crime every day.
We cannot fix the entire world, but each of us can do our part and work to Take A Bite Out Of Crime®. That is why on McGruff’s Birthday this year, we honor all those who dedicate themselves to protecting our neighborhoods and families — from the first responders and all essential workers who are central to our battle against the Coronavirus to the community leaders who share NCPC’s tips and tools with the people in their cities, towns, and counties every day. And NCPC redoubles our commitment to work every day — through Crime Prevention Month 2021 and beyond — toward safer and more caring communities.