Tribal Justice

Join us for a webinar led by our partners at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), where presenters from the Faribault (MN) Police Department, the New Jersey Transit Police Department, and the Newark Community Street Team will explain the benefits of addressing substance use disorders (SUDs) through deflection to treatment and services, discuss the work of their initiatives, and share best practices for collaborating with community partners.

"The Bureau of Justice Assistance’s PRSS TTAC, operated by Altarum, works with organizations and systems as they implement best practices and promising approaches related to PRSS, access to services, and other recovery supports. Altarum supports federal, state, and local governments, as well as national and community-based organizations, to build a system of care that focuses on recovery, active involvement of consumers and their families, and multiple services to best meet individual needs and to strengthen and improve the health of communities.

This webinar will be presented by BJA Programs staff members discussing the grant management aspects of your award, including approving your project budget, submitting grant adjustment modifications, and financial and programmatic reporting requirements, among other items.

Assistance with the SAA office in Nebraska has developed a comprehensive hybrid JAG and SCIP survey to evaluate the statewide public safety requirements. The survey also aims to achieve a more equitable distribution of funding among stakeholders and to establish connections with new stakeholders.

This technical assistance will delve into the intricate tapestry of Indigenous history, community engagement, and truth-telling. Guided by a commitment to cultural sensitivity and respect, learners will explore the following key areas:
1. Engaging Communities and Survivors: A Genuine Approach
o Participants will gain a profound understanding of the process of engaging with communities and survivors in an authentic and Indigenous manner. By prioritizing harm prevention, participants will learn how to foster meaningful connections and build trust within Indigenous contexts.

Previous webinars have discussed racial biases and the stigma related to substance use and mental health disorders, potential solutions to advocate for reform to address systemic biases in the criminal justice system, and the link between historical trauma and substance use and mental health disorders. Join this Ask the Expert Session for a facilitated discussion and open forum with subject matter experts who will answer your practical questions on these topics.

Examine racial bias and stigma related to substance use and mental health, including misconceptions that hinder treatment and support services. Explore potential solutions to advocate for reform to address systemic biases in the criminal justice system. Discuss the link between historical trauma and substance use and mental health disorders. Review the benefits of trauma informed care and culturally specific services.

Previous webinars have set the stage for successful reentry and reintegration post-treatment and post-incarceration and provided initial strategies to overcome resource challenges and foster cultural reconnection. Join this session for a facilitated discussion and open forum with subject matter experts who will answer your practical questions regarding working with clients who are experiencing substance use disorder or co-occurring disorders as they are aiming to successfully reenter and reintegrate into their tribal community post-treatment or post-incarceration.

Created overall Grantee Dashboard (as well as individual grantee dashboards) to track grantee meetings and updates and record related relevant information. This process is open, active, and iterative to accommodate reporting and BJA requests as may be needed.

BJA and TA Center information provided to active Smart Reentry grantees, including the FY 2023 Smart Reentry grantees.