The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) administers the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor Program.
Many agencies are looking for alternative ways to respond to calls for low-level incidences.
Access Law Enforcement Safety and Wellness Resources in Honor of Mental Health Awareness Month
May 27,2021May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The U.S.
May is National Drug Court Month, honoring the work that drug court professionals do around the country to help those impacted by substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders.
Access NW3C’s New Officer Cybersafety Training
May 20,2021To help law enforcement officers, criminal justice practitioners, and their families avoid doxing, the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C), with support from the Bureau of Justice Assistance,
Access Reentry Week Resources
May 18,2021The National Reentry Resource Center (NRRC) has now posted resources related to events hosted during Reentry Week (April 26–30 2021).
Listen to NCJA’s Podcast on the Byrne JAG Program and its Contributions to the Criminal Justice Field
May 13,2021The National Criminal Justice Association (NCJA) recently launched The NCJA Podcast, which is supported by the Bureau of Justice Assistance.
The National Public Safety Partnership (PSP) recently released their Virtual Academy, an interactive learning platform that was developed in collaboration with law enforcement experts and practitio
In 1962, President Kennedy designated May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which May 15 falls as National Police Week.
As part of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, the Office for Victims of Crimes recognized individuals and organizations who had performed outstanding victims’ rights services.
Participate in Reentry Week (April 26–30)
Apr 26,2021Join the National Reentry Resource Center (NRRC) and its partners for National Reentry Week on April 26–30, 2021.