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    Learn about Research and Policy Issues Related to the Use of Body-worn Cameras

    August 01, 2018

    Join the Justice Clearinghouse for the webinar “The Latest Research and Policy Issues Surrounding the Use of Body-Worn Cameras in Law Enforcement” on Tuesday, August 7 from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET. This webinar will review several studies that examine both the positive outcomes and the challenging issues related to the use of body-worn cameras in law enforcement.

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    Learn about Designing and Implementing Trauma-informed Training for Law Enforcement, Schools, and Community Partners

    July 26, 2018

    Join the Midwest Regional Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) for the webinar “Developing Trauma Informed Partnerships with Schools and Other CAC Partners - Part 1” on Thursday, August 9 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. ET. During this webinar, participants will learn about the essential components of trauma-informed trainings for schools, law enforcement, and community partners.

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    Learn about a National Initiative to Improve Police Responses to People with Mental Illnesses and Developmental Disabilities

    July 24, 2018

    In cooperation with the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), the Vera Institute of Justice recently launched Serving Safely: The National Initiative to Enhance Policing for Persons with Mental Illnesses and Developmental Disabilities. This new program is designed to improve collaborative responses and outcomes for people with mental illnesses and intellectual and developmental disabilities who come into contact with the criminal justice system.

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    The U.S. Department of Justice Announces the Formation of Operation Synthetic Opioid Surge

    July 19, 2018

    This month, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced the formation of Operation Synthetic Opioid Surge (S.O.S), a new program designed to reduce the supply of deadly synthetic drugs in high-impact areas, as well as identify wholesale distribution networks and international and domestic suppliers.

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    Learn How Strategies for Policing Innovation Sites are Addressing the Opioid Crisis

    July 17, 2018

    Join the Bureau of Justice Assistance’s (BJA) Strategies for Policing Innovation (SPI) for the webinar “Addressing the Opioid Crisis through SPI Initiatives” on Wednesday, July 18 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. ET. During this webinar, participants will learn how SPI sites are using innovative and interdisciplinary methods to address the opioid epidemic in their communities.

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    Learn about the Networks of Criminals Analytical Approach to Crime Prevention

    July 13, 2018

    Join the Bureau of Justice Assistance for the webinar “Milwaukee, Wisconsin Police Department Networks of Criminals (NOC) Youth Offender Program” on Thursday, July 19 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. ET. During this webinar, participants will learn about the Milwaukee, Wisconsin Police Department’s (PD) innovative NOC approach.

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    Deadline Extended: BJA NTTAC is Seeking Applications from Experts to Join the Technology Initiatives Assessment TTA Program by August 17

    July 09, 2018

    On July 9, 2018, the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) National Training and Technical Assistance Center (NTTAC) released a request for proposal (RFP) to solicit a cadre of subject matter experts to support the Technology Initiatives Assessment Training and Technical Assistance (TTA) Program. Through this program, experts will provide assistance directly to criminal justice agencies to advise on effective uses of technology to create safer communities.   

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    Learn About Screening and Assessment Best Practices to Address the Opioid Epidemic

    July 03, 2018

    Join the National Reentry Resource Center for the webinar “Opioid Addiction Screening and Assessment for People in the Criminal Justice System” on Tuesday, July 10 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. ET. During this webinar, participants will learn about screening and assessment best practices to support people in the criminal justice system who have opioid addictions.

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    Learn about Funding Available under the STOP School Violence Act of 2018

    June 29, 2018

    Join the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) and the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) for the webinar “STOP School Violence Act of 2018 Funding Opportunities” on Tuesday, July 3 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. ET.

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    Learn How to Use Innovative Technology to Enhance Violent Crime Investigations

    June 28, 2018

    Join the Justice Clearinghouse for the webinar “Overlaying Digital Intelligence and Ballistics Technology to Enhance Investigations” on Wednesday, July 18 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. ET. During this webinar, participants will learn how law enforcement agencies are using technology to gather and examine evidence – both physical and digital – to solve gun-related violent crimes.

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