Below is an excerpt an email newsletter that is put out by the National Criminal Justice Reference Service (NCJRS). There is some really good info in here. Give it a try.
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*** Funding Opportunities ***
Financial Assistance Available for Americans Victimized Abroad
The International Terrorism Victim Expense Reimbursement Program (ITVERP) reimburses victims for expenses incurred as a result of terrorism acts occurring outside the United States. To learn more about program requirements and how to apply, visit the ITVERP Web site. (OVC)
For more information, visit: http://www.ovc.gov/intdir/itverp/index.html
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Funding Available for Victim Notification Systems
Application deadline: January 8, 2009
BJA is seeking applications for the Developing and Enhancing Statewide Automated Victim Information and Notification (SAVIN) Programs grant. SAVIN programs provide registered victims with timely and accurate information to enable them to fully participate in the judicial process. (BJA)
For more information, visit: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/BJA/grant/09SAVINsol.pdf
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*** Publications ***
Addressing Sexual Violence in State Prisons
To discover successful strategies and programs for addressing the problem of sexual violence in state prisons, a research team from the Urban Institute and the Association of State Correctional Administrators interviewed prison officials in 45 states. This report, "Strategies to Prevent Prison Rape by Changing the Correctional Culture" (NCJ 222843, 16 pp.), presents promising initiatives and practices identified in 11 states. (NIJ)
For more information, visit: http://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/nij/222843.pdf
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Bulletin Examines Female Juvenile Delinquency
"The Girls Study Group-Charting the Way to Delinquency Prevention for Girls" (NCJ 223434, 8 pp.) provides an overview of the Study Group's research on female juvenile delinquency and summarizes the findings presented in each of the other six bulletins in the series. (OJJDP)
For more information, visit: http://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/ojjdp/223434.pdf
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Bulletin Introduces Juvenile Survey Instrument
"Introduction to the Survey of Youth in Residential Placement" (NCJ 218390, 16 pp.) describes the design and methodology of the Survey of Youth in Residential Placement, which joins the Census of Juveniles in Residential Placement and the Juvenile Residential Facility Census in OJJDP's constellation of surveys providing data on youth in custody. (OJJDP)
For more information, visit: http://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/ojjdp/218390.pdf
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Enhancing Communications Among Police Jurisdictions
"Improving Police Communications Across State and County Lines: The Piedmont Regional Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Pilot Project" (NCJ 223435, 2 pp.) describes new radio technology in the Danville, Virginia, police department and surrounding law enforcement agencies in Virginia and North Carolina. Integrating this new technology with existing data communications equipment enables swift, direct communication within and across jurisdictions and solves issues of interoperability of different voice radio systems. (NIJ)
For more information, visit: http://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/nij/223435.pdf
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Guide Addresses Terrorist Attack Prevention
"Policing Terrorism: An Executive's Guide" (NCJ 224516, 134 pp.), directed toward police, sheriffs, and other senior executives in agencies with limited resources, contains 50 briefs focusing on terrorism prevention and preparedness. It provides guidance on the essential components of a counterterrorism plan: developing intelligence, identifying and protecting major targets, and expanding disaster response capabilities. (COPS)
For more information, visit:
http://www.cops.usdoj.gov/files/RIC/Publications/e080828168-PolicingTerrorism.pdf
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Journal Focuses on Juvenile Justice
The fall 2008 issue of "The Future of Children," published by Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs and The Brookings Institution, addresses the theme "juvenile justice" and includes articles on disproportionate minority contact, understanding the female offender, adolescent offenders with mental disorders, and juvenile justice and substance use. (OJJDP)
For more information, visit:
http://www.futureofchildren.org/pubs-info2825/pubs-info_show.htm?doc_id=708717
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Latest NIJ Journal Available
The lead article in "NIJ Journal, Issue No. 261" (NCJ 224083, 52 pp.) reveals study findings showing that traditional police practices plus DNA evidence collection result in increased suspect identification and arrests. Additional articles discuss using calmatives as a less-lethal alternative, lessons learned from the London bombings, prisoner radicalization, voice over Internet protocol communications, and teen dating violence. (NIJ)
For more information, visit: http://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/nij/224083.pdf
New ITVERP Report Released
"Report to Congress on the International Terrorism Victim Expense Reimbursement Program" (NCJ 222307, 36 pp.) outlines activities and accomplishments from October 2006 through May 2007. This report provides the background of the program, procedures for filing and processing applications for reimbursement, a statistical analysis of applications received and victims assisted, and future program needs and suggested improvements.(OVC)
For more information, visit: http://www.ovc.gov/intdir/itverp/pdf/ITVERP_2007_ReporttoCongress.pdf
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Report Examines 311 Nonemergency System Implementation
"Building a 311 System: A Case Study of the City of Minneapolis" (NCJ 224514, 160 pp.) is a case study that examines the process and impact of installing a 311 nonemergency call system in Minneapolis. The report discusses project planning, staffing, training, technology, budgetary issues, call tracking and routing processes, 311 facility build-out, and the effect on police operations and 911 call volume. (COPS)
For more information, visit: http://www.cops.usdoj.gov/ric/ResourceDetail.aspx?RID=488
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Report Highlights OVC Activities and Accomplishments
"Office for Victims of Crime Report to the Nation 2007: Fiscal Years 2005-2006: Rebuilding Lives, Restoring Hope" (NCJ 217686, 125 pp.) outlines the activities and accomplishments of OVC during fiscal years 2005 and 2006. Each section summarizes victims' needs in that area and explains how OVC is helping to meet these needs. (OVC)
For more information, visit: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/ovc/welcovc/reporttonation2007/welcome.html
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*** Online Resources ***
Empowering Victims To Triumph Over Tragedy
On November 5, 2008, at 2 p.m. ET, OVC is sponsoring a Web Forum Guest Host Session on best practices for empowering victims to triumph over tragedy. Join Dan Levey, President of the National Organization of Parents of Murdered Children, Inc., and Debra Puglisi Sharp, member of the Board of Directors of the National Coalition of Victims in Action, for the session. (OVC)
For more information, visit: http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/ovcproviderforum/index.asp
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Updated Data Available on Deaths in Custody
"Deaths in Custody Statistical Tables: Local Jail Deaths, 2000-2006" provides updated data on custody deaths in local jails. Additional data found on this site describe mortality trends in state prisons and state juvenile correctional facilities. (BJS)
For more information, visit: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/bjs/dcrp/jailsindex.htm
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*** Conferences and Trainings ***
Broadcast Offers Training for Agency Leaders
Registration deadline: November 17, 2008
NIC will host a live satellite/Internet broadcast on November 19, 2008. The No More "My Way or the Highway" - Embracing the 21st Century Workforce broadcast will discuss strategies to recruit, communicate with, train, retain, and lead staff. (NIC)
For more information, visit: http://www.nicic.gov/Training/SIB111908
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Sexual Assault Response Training Tool Available
OVC's Sexual Assault Advocate/Counselor Training (SAACT) downloadable curriculum teaches advocates how to provide effective crisis intervention services to victims and survivors of sexual assault. SAACT is designed primarily for new advocates/counselors who are volunteers or staff at rape crisis centers and for seasoned veterans who may need a refresher course. (OVC)
For more information, visit: https://www.ovcttac.gov/saact/
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Specialized Training Available for Victim Service Providers
Register now for OVC's upcoming training workshop, Supporting Children Living With Grief and Trauma: A Multidisciplinary Approach, to be held December 10-11, 2008, in Los Angeles, California. To view course descriptions and learning objectives or to register, visit the OVC TTAC Web Site. (OVC)
For more information, visit:
http://www.sei2003.com/ovcttac2008/LA-SupportingChildren.htm
https://www.ovcttac.gov/trainingCenter/training.cfm
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