In ALICE Training®, VCI stands for Violent Critical Incident. It refers to man-made forms of violent disasters, including active shooter, violent intruder, mass shooting, terrorism, workplace violence, and other unexpected tragedies. The mission of ALICE is to save lives by empowering individuals to make their own survival decisions, using proactive response strategies, should they be faced with violence. ALICE Training® is a comprehensive training methodology that empowers educators and staff to respond proactively to unsafe situations, equipping them with invaluable skills and knowledge to face potential violent critical incidents (VCIs) with confidence and preparedness. The training program includes trauma-informed instruction, preparing students for violent situations without undue distress, and strategies such as Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evacuate.