Emerging Leaders 2016 AASL Project: Resources
This guide was created for the 2016 AASL Project for Stefanie Metko's EL project. PLEASE DON'T DELETE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Infographics and Brochures
Local and National Resources
National Center for Homeless Education (NCHE) Homeless Education Helpline
1-800-308-2145
homeless@serve.org
For assistance with an issue related to the education of a child or youth experiencing homelessness.
Crisis Intervention –Girls and Boys Town National Hotline
1-800-448-3000
24-hour crisis, resource, and referral line for youth and parents
National Runaway Safeline
1-800-RUNAWAY
1800RUNAWAY.org
Text 66008
For a runaway who needs help to contact home or to return home.
Toolkits and Guides
- ALA Policy Manual Section B: Positions and Public Policy StatementsFor ALA Policy on providing services to the poor, see: B.8.10 Library Services to the Poor; B.8.10.1 Policy Objectives
- Reducing Homelessness Through Library Engagement"Extending Our Reach: Reducing Homelessness Through Library Engagement" is designed to help librarians and library staff create meaningful library services for people who are experiencing homelessness.
- Unaccompanied Youth Toolkit for High School Counselors and McKinney-Vento LiaisonsA toolkit compiled by the National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth (NAEHCY) to assist educators in connecting homeless students with the proper resources. May also be used by librarians.