July | August 2017

Upcoming Events

Multidisciplinary Team Response to Child Sex Trafficking: August 28–31, 2017

This team-based training, offered in Charleston, SC, by the OJJDP-supported National Criminal Justice Training Center of Fox Valley Technical College, will improve multidisciplinary team (MDT) responses to child sex trafficking cases and assist those wanting to establish a formal MDT in their community to effectively respond to child sex trafficking. Subject matter experts will work with teams to identify gaps and develop short- and long-term response plans. The training will help attendees differentiate between child abuse and child sexual abuse cases and help them recognize and locate youth at risk. Registration information is available online.

This training will also take place in Honolulu, HI, on September 11–14, 2017.

Child Abuse and Exploitation Investigations: September 11–15, 2017

This training, to be conducted in Indianapolis, IN, is sponsored by the National Criminal Justice Training Center. Presenters will provide participants with up-to-date information on investigating and prosecuting various types of child abuse cases and the importance of a multidisciplinary team approach when investigating and prosecuting child abuse, sexual abuse, and exploitation cases. Topics include interviewing children and suspects, evidence collection, case management, technologies that facilitate child abuse and exploitation, and current legal issues. Registration information is available online.

This training will also be held in Virginia Beach, VA, October 23–27, 2017.

 

The Neurochemistry of Trauma and Evidence-Based Models of RecMidwest Regional Children's Advocacy Center logoovery: September 14, 2017

Hosted by the Midwest Regional Children’s Advocacy Center, this webinar will provide insight related to the maladaptive effects of trauma on the central nervous system, explore evidence-based therapeutic modalities to facilitate the recovery of the at-risk child, and discuss data-driven interventions used to restore healthy functioning and regulation of the at-risk child’s neurochemistry. Registration information is available online.

National Missing and Unidentified Persons Conference: September 19–21, 2017

This conference, hosted by the National Criminal Justice Training Center, will focus on the circumstances behind many missing persons reports, whether due to mass incidents or criminal events. Participants will learn effective strategies for responding to mass incidents, search and rescue, death and forensic investigations, recovery of unidentified remains, and missing persons’ cases. The conference will take place in Atlanta, GA. Registration information is available online.

Healing Justice Alliance Annual Conference: September 24–27, 2017

Hosted by the OJJDP-supported Healing Justice Alliance, this conference draws a diverse population of leaders striving to reduce violence in their communities by treating violence as a health issue, promoting healing, and moving toward community equity nationwide. The conference will be held in Milwaukee, WI. Registration information is available online.

 

Forensic Interviewing of Children Training: September 25–29, 2017

The National Children's Advocacy Center will host this 5-day training in Huntsville, AL. The training includes audience discussion, a child interview practicum, a review of recorded forensic interviews, experiential skill-building exercises, and participation in a mock court simulation. To facilitate continued skill development, each participant will receive a training manual, a recorded copy of his or her interview practicum, and access to additional online training materials. Registration information is available online.

Additional trainings are scheduled for October 23–27 and December 4–8, 2017.

Federal Advisory Committee on Juvenile Justice Fall Meeting: October 5–6, 2017

Federal Advisory Committee on Juvenile JusticeThe Federal Advisory Committee on Juvenile Justice (FACJJ) will convene its annual fall meeting at the Department of Justice in Washington, DC. The meeting will feature remarks from OJJDP Acting Administrator Eileen M. Garry and updates from FACJJ’s Subcommittees on Legislation, Confidentiality of Records, Research and Publications, and Transitioning Youth. The committee's meetings are open to the public. Register to attend the meeting in person or online by September 28, 2017.

23rd National Symposium on Juvenile Services October 8–12, 2017

Hosted by the National Partnership for Juvenile Services, the symposium will bring together leadership and direct care professionals from juvenile services and other human services professionals for training and the opportunity to network and share innovative program service approaches. Topics include Current and Emerging Issues for the Juvenile Justice Practitioner, Training and Performance Improvement for Staff, Implementing and Evaluating Effective Educational Strategies for Youth, Strategies for Understanding and Effectively Addressing Disproportionate Minority Contact, Providing Services for Youth in Adult Facilities, and Community-Based Services. Registration information is available online.

In Solidarity We Rise: Healing, Opportunity and Justice for Girls: October 11–13, 2017

The National Crittenton Foundation will host this conference in Washington, DC. The event will focus on understanding the root causes of trauma and discovering new pathways to well-being; exploring diverse and innovative ways to support health, economic security, and civic engagement for girls; and catalyzing and strengthening justice system improvements for girls. Registration information is available online.

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly—Assessing CAC Partnerships: October 12, 2017

The Midwest Regional Children’s Advocacy Center will host this webinar. Presenters will consider the essential element of collaboration in the Child Advocacy Center movement and discuss how leaders develop, assess, and monitor multidisciplinary partnerships. Learning objectives include recognizing the differences between mandated, essential, and voluntary partnerships; using a partnership analysis tool; and considering the impact of conflict on partner relationships. Registration information is available online.

International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference and Exposition: October 21–24, 2017

International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference logoFeaturing forums, technical workshops, and an exhibit hall, this annual event provides law enforcement professionals with opportunities to learn more about emerging trends in law enforcement and the latest developments in technology. The event, to be held in Philadelphia, PA, is hosted by the International Association of Chiefs of Police. Registration information is available online.

National Youth-At-Risk Conference West: October 26–28, 2017

Hosted by the National Youth-At-Risk Center of Georgia Southern University, this conference will take place in San Antonio, TX. Participants will learn about current research-based educational programs and strategies, proactive solutions and best practices for meeting the serious challenges that many youth face today, and effective educational tools to build strong, caring schools, communities, and families. Registration information is available online.

Global Youth Justice Training Institute: October 26–28, 2017

Teen Peer Youth Court logoGlobal Youth Justice will host its 17th Global Youth Justice Training Institute in Provincetown, Cape Cod, MA. Participants will learn strategies to establish or enhance local youth justice diversion programs through teen, student, youth, and peer courts and peer juries. Topics will include training youth and adult volunteers; providing quality community services, programs, and referrals; identifying funding opportunities and other resources; and more. Registration information is available online.

American Society of Criminology: November 15–18, 2017

The theme for the American Society of Criminology’s (ASC’s) 2017 meeting, to be held in Philadelphia, PA, is “Crime, Legitimacy, and Reform: 50 Years After the President’s Commission.” ASC is the largest professional criminological society in the world and includes practitioners, academicians, and students in the fields of criminal justice and criminology. Session topics include juvenile crime and the justice system, correlates of crime, victimology, policing, and perceptions and responses to crime and justice. Registration information is available online.