Corrections

    Webinar – Neurobiology Applications for Community Supervision Professionals in Interpersonal Violence

    Join the National Criminal Justice Training Center of Fox Valley Technical College for their webinar “Neurobiology Applications for Community Supervision Professionals in Interpersonal Violence” on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at 2:00–3:30 p.m. ET. During the webinar, participants will learn about the foundation of trauma, its impact on the brain, and how to recognize it in yourself and others. Presenters will also discuss what it means to be trauma-informed and how to help yourself and others through a trauma response. The webinar will emphasize trauma in victim/survivors and offenders.  

    Learn About the National Reentry Resource Center

    April 01, 2021

    The American Institutes for Research (AIR), with support from the Bureau of Justice Assistance and the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, operates the National Reentry Resource Center (NRRC), which was established by the Second Chance Act (SCA). SCA provides federal funding and support to jurisdictions and nonprofits that provide reentry services and those working to reduce recidivism.

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    Webinar – Fiscal Year 2021 Tribal Civil and Criminal Legal Assistance Program Grant Funding Opportunity

    Join the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) for their pre-application webinar “Fiscal Year 2021 Tribal Civil and Criminal Legal Assistance Program Grant Funding Opportunity” on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at 3:30–5:00 p.m. ET.

    Access Telehealth Resources for Jails and the Criminal Justice System

    March 23, 2021

    During COVID-19 it has been challenging to connect people with appropriate medical care, especially incarcerated and recently released individuals. The rise in telehealth services can help address this problem and can be a cost-efficient and effective way to provide care.

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    Becoming Trauma Informed and Moving to Trauma Responsive (Part 2 of 3)

    Join the Bureau of Justice Assistance’s Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Abuse Program for their webinar “Becoming Trauma Informed and Moving to Trauma Responsive” on Wednesday, March 31 at 2:00–3:15 p.m. ET. Part two of a three-part series, this webinar will address ways that correctional and behavioral health professionals can address the complex issue of trauma in a way that moves from trauma informed to trauma responsive.

    Building Inclusion Across Multi-disciplinary Teams

    Join the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) for their webinar “Building Inclusion Across Multidisciplinary Teams” on March 31, 2021 at 1:00– 2:00 p.m. ET. This one-hour interactive webinar will “explore the benefits of building inclusion across multi-disciplinary teams in corrections to increase cultural awareness, operational effectiveness, and program efficacy.

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    Second Look=Second Chance: The Case for Reconsidering Lengthy & Other Extreme Sentences

    Join the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) for their webinar “Second Look=Second Chance: The Case for Reconsidering Lengthy & Other Extreme Sentences” on March 11, 2021, 2:00–3:00 p.m. ET. This webinar will feature a discussion on “Second Look Sentencing,” an emerging legislative trend addressing mass incarceration. It seeks to reduce the number of people serving excessive sentences by reevaluating sentencing after an individual has served for a certain amount of time.

    Safeguarding Correctional Facilities and Public Safety by Addressing Contraband Cellphones Program Funding Webinar

    The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is hosting a webinar to provide guidance and details for potential applicants to BJA's FY 2021 Safeguarding Correctional Facilities and Public Safety by Addressing Contraband Cellphones Program solicitation. Attendees will learn the purpose and goals of this funding opportunity, as well as eligibility requirements and deliverables. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions. 

    Learn About the National Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Resource Center

    February 11, 2021

    Impact Justice, with support from the Bureau of Justice Assistance, manages The National Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Resource Center (PRC). The PRC helps state, local, and tribal agencies to implement PREA standards. The PRC also supports the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) audit function.

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