BJA is seeking peer reviewers to assess grant applications for its FY 2010 solicitations. BJA needs reviewers with relevant expertise who are from diverse backgrounds and regions and have experience in at least one of various subject areas. Individuals who are interested should submit an up-to-date resume or curriculum vitae to BJA. (BJA)

In fiscal year 2009, OJJDP awarded more than $453 million in grants supporting state and local efforts to prevent and respond to delinquency and child victimization and strengthen the juvenile justice system. An additional $146 million was awarded under the Recovery Act. Information on these awards is available online. (OJJDP)

Dianne Barker Harrold is a program manager for Unified Solutions Tribal Community Development Group, Inc., of Tempe, Arizona, an OVC grantee that provides training and technical assistance to tribal victims assistance grantees. To view the full spotlight biography and review past consultant spotlights, visit the OVC TTAC Web site. (OVC)

"Benchmarks for Developing a Law Enforcement Pandemic Flu Plan" is an interactive guide that leads the reader through a planning process to ensure continuity of law enforcement operations during a flu pandemic. This report is one in a series of three documents on the law enforcement response to public health emergencies. (BJA)

"Profile of Intimate Partner Violence Cases in Large Urban Counties" (NCJ 228193, 12 pp.) examines the characteristics and processing of 3,750 cases of intimate partner violence that were filed in the state courts of 16 large urban counties in May 2002. (BJS)

In describing the activities of five program sites, "Strengthening Indian Country Through Tribal Youth Programs" examines how OJJDP's Tribal Youth Program is improving the lives of tribal youth and strengthening families. The programs featured in this report build a sense of attachment to heritage, promote belonging, support personal development, and provide exposure to career-related skills. (OJJDP)

OVC invites you to add your fall 2009 and winter 2010 commemorative events to the OVC National Calendar of Crime Victim Assistance-Related Events. This resource helps you locate, plan, and promote victim assistance-related events nationwide, allowing you to connect with a larger audience and gain national exposure. (OVC)

The latest issue of "OJJDP News @ a Glance" features the bulletin "Children's Exposure to Violence: A Comprehensive National Survey." It also includes articles on OJJDP Recovery Act awards, the Coordinating Council on Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention's cciTools for federal staff Web site, and a new NCJFCJ publication on model courts. (OJJDP)

The National Training and Technical Assistance Needs Assessment Survey was developed to assess the needs of the victim services community. OVC encourages all victim service professionals to complete the online survey. Your input is vital in developing and designing new training opportunities. Register now and receive resources to help meet your identified needs. (OVC)

On November 4, 2009, at 2 p.m. ET, in recognition of National American Indian & Alaska Native Heritage Month, OVC will conduct a Web Forum Guest Host Session on best practices for serving elder abuse victims in Indian Country. Join Melissa Riley, manager of Unified Solutions’ Counseling and Faith-Based Services for Crime Victims in Indian Country Training and Technical Assistance Project, for the discussion. (OVC)

Can You Predict Lethal Intimate Partner Violence? will be held November 12, 2009, from 3 to 5 p.m. ET. This free online event, sponsored by NIJ, will focus on best practices to combat intimate partner violence, including use of the Danger Assessment (DA) tool. The discussion will be moderated by Andy Klein, Ph.D., senior research analyst with Advocates for Human Potential, Inc. (NIJ)

Apply now for National Victim Assistance Academy V, to be held February 28-March 5, 2010, in Portland, Oregon. Continuing Education Units will be awarded to participants who complete all of the requirements of the Foundation-Level Training, Professional Skill-Building Institute, or Leadership Institute. (OVC)

Register now for OVC's upcoming workshop, Identifying and Responding to Elder Abuse, to be held November 18-19, 2009, in San Jose, California. This training workshop will provide attendees with the tools necessary to recognize and respond to elder abuse. To view the course description or to register, visit the OVC TTAC Web site. (OVC)