ABSTRACT
This chapter begins with an overview of the PREPaRE model, then examines cross-cultural considerations in school crisis consultation, and discusses how each element of PREPaRE can be used in school crisis consultations. The PREPaRE model provides a flexible framework for school crisis prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery that can be used in a variety of different school environments. The chapter provides brief case examples to illustrate previous efforts to use the PREPaRE model during school crisis consultation in diverse regions of the world. In addition to crisis content-specific knowledge/skills, consultants also need to develop effective communication and listening skills as they are used in the consultation process. Knowledge of problem-solving consultation processes, systems and organizational considerations, and sensitivity to cultural and contextual considerations are all essential aspects of the PREPaRE school crisis consultation framework. Throughout the world, it is apparent that there is an ongoing need for school crisis prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery activities.
