National Criminal Justice Reference Service NCJRS is administered by the Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice JUSTICE INFORMATION July 15, 2009 Volume 15, Number 14. Access this issue online at: http://www.ncjrs.gov/justinfo/Jul1509.html JUSTINFO, published the 1st and 15th of each month, highlights information from the NCJRS sponsoring agencies. ************************************************************************* CONTENTS Announcements - Assistance Available for American Citizens Victimized Abroad (OVC) Funding Opportunities - Apply To Develop Trainers' Tool Kit (NIC) - Curricula Developers Needed for Jail Training (NIC) Publications - Addressing Strategies for Future Community Policing (COPS) - Advancements in Reporting Crime by Police (NIJ) - Latest AMBER Advocate Issue Released (OJP) - Overcoming Language Barriers in Law Enforcement (COPS) - Reducing Crime Through Collaborative Partnerships (COPS) - Report Provides Guidance for Juvenile Defenders (OJJDP) - Resource Outlines New Strategy To Combat Gangs (BJA) Online Resources - Addressing Sexual Violence Against Individuals With Disabilities (OVC) - July Community Policing Dispatch Released (COPS) - New Anti-Drug Ads Available (ONDCP) - Victim Impact Curriculum Available (OVC) Conferences and Trainings - Conference Provides Strategies To Combat Underage Drinking (OJJDP) - Conference To Promote Child Sexual Abuse Prevention (OJJDP) - Drug-Free Schools' Conference Scheduled for August (OJJDP) - Enroll To Attend Fall 2009 OVC Workshops (OVC) - Identity Theft Online Training Available Soon (OVC) - Online Forensic Training Courses Available (NIJ) - Register for Information-Sharing Training Event (BJA) - Register for Trace Evidence Symposium (NIJ) - View Crime Mapping Conference Agenda (NIJ) ************************************************************************* *** Announcements *** Assistance Available for American Citizens Victimized Abroad The Office for Victims of Crime has implemented the International Terrorism Victim Expense Reimbursement Program (ITVERP). ITVERP was authorized by Congress to reimburse eligible direct victims of acts of international terrorism that occur outside the United States for expenses associated with that victimization. (OVC) For more information, visit: http://www.ovc.gov/intdir/itverp/index.html ************************************************************************* *** Funding Opportunities *** Apply To Develop Trainers' Tool Kit Application deadline: July 24, 2009 The National Institute of Corrections is soliciting proposals to develop a trainers' "tool kit" for those in charge of lesson plan development. The resources to be developed will address performance objectives, content delivery strategies, training activities, and supplemental materials. (NIC) For more information, visit: http://community.nicic.org/blogs/nic/archive/2009/07/01/nic-releases-rfp-to-develop-trainers-quot-tool-kit-quot.aspx ============================================================ Curricula Developers Needed for Jail Training Application deadline: July 24, 2009 NIC has released a solicitation for Direct Supervision Curriculum Development. This is a cooperative agreement to develop curricula for two training programs. The first curriculum focuses on the roles of the housing-unit officer and shift supervisor in a direct supervision jail. The second curriculum deals with the administration of a direct supervision facility. (NIC) For more information, visit: http://community.nicic.org/blogs/nic/archive/2009/06/29/curricula-developers-needed-for-direct-supervision-jail-training.aspx ************************************************************************* *** Publications *** Addressing Strategies for Future Community Policing "Community Policing: Looking to Tomorrow" (NCJ 227424, 56 pp.) summarizes the results of community policing roundtable meetings held in 2007. This publication reflects the participants’ comments, observations, and opinions along with their discussions. It also focuses on how police and city leaders can continue to strengthen and add value to local efforts. (COPS) For more information, visit: http://www.cops.usdoj.gov/RIC/ResourceDetail.aspx?RID=520 ============================================================ Advancements in Reporting Crime by Police "Expanding Police Ability to Report Crime: The National Incident-Based Reporting System" (NIBRS) (NCJ 225459, 2 pp.) describes how police can use this FBI tool to report crime. This publication provides examples of how police have used NIBRS to gather evidence to develop effective solutions and practices. NIBRS has revised and advanced the FBI's crime reporting system (Uniform Crime Reports). (NIJ) For more information, visit: http://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/nij/225459.pdf For Ordering, visit: http://www.ncjrs.gov/App/ShoppingCart/ShopCart.aspx?item=NCJ+225459&repro=0 ============================================================ Latest AMBER Advocate Issue Released This issue of "The AMBER Advocate" highlights the individuals who were honored at the 2009 National Missing Children's Day ceremony. Other articles discuss an AMBER Alert case in South Carolina, new manuals designed to help telecommunicators who respond to missing children cases, and an initiative to help solve child abductions in Indian Country. (OJP) For more information, visit: http://www.amberalert.gov/newsroom/pdfs/advocate_0906.pdf ============================================================ Overcoming Language Barriers in Law Enforcement "Bridging the Language Divide: Promising Practices for Law Enforcement" (NCJ 227423, 68 pp.) discusses how police departments of different sizes, capacities, and circumstances can overcome language barriers they encounter in their jurisdictions. This report profiles six police departments that addressed the problem and identifies eight best practices for ensuring language access to limited-English-proficient populations. (COPS) For more information, visit: http://www.cops.usdoj.gov/files/RIC/Publications/e030917192-Bridging-Language-Divide.pdf ============================================================ Reducing Crime Through Collaborative Partnerships "A Policymaker's Guide to Building Our Way Out of Crime" (NCJ 227421, 88 pp.) demonstrates how police-community developer partnerships can transform crime- and blight-ridden neighborhoods into community assets. This publication examines case studies in Charlotte, North Carolina; Minneapolis, Minnesota; and Providence, Rhode Island, and chronicles the accomplishments of this strategic alliance in these cities. (COPS) For more information, visit: http://www.cops.usdoj.gov/RIC/ResourceDetail.aspx?RID=519 ============================================================ Report Provides Guidance for Juvenile Defenders The National Juvenile Defender Center has released "Role of Juvenile Defense Counsel in Delinquency Court." The report describes the unique and crucial role that defense attorneys play in juvenile court proceedings in providing comprehensive legal representation to children charged with offenses. (OJJDP) For more information, visit: http://www.njdc.info/pdf/role_of_juvenile_defense_counsel.pdf ============================================================ Resource Outlines New Strategy To Combat Gangs The National District Attorneys Association has released "Civil Gang Injunctions: A Guide for Prosecutors." This monograph describes the innovative use of gang injunctions, pioneered by the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office, to reduce the spread of gang-related criminal activity. (BJA) For more information, visit: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/BJA/pdf/NDAA_Civil_Gang_Injunctions.pdf ************************************************************************* *** Online Resources *** Addressing Sexual Violence Against Individuals With Disabilities On July 22, 2009, at 2 p.m. ET, OVC will present a Web Forum Guest Host Session on best practices for assisting sexual assault victims with disabilities. Join Heather Anne Kamper, LMSW, Training Specialist for Disability Services ASAP (A Safety Awareness Program) of SafePlace, for the discussion. (OVC) For more information, visit: http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/ovcproviderforum/index.asp ============================================================ July Community Policing Dispatch Released The July 2009 issue of "Community Policing Dispatch" (NCJ 227591) features an article about a community policing success story regarding foreclosures and problem properties in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and Manhattan, Illinois. Other articles explore the Stop Snitching Code of Silence phenomenon, the National Institute of Justice panel on familicide, and the COPS Office Response Center. (COPS) For more information, visit: http://www.cops.usdoj.gov/html/dispatch/July_2009/index.htm ============================================================ New Anti-Drug Ads Available The Office of National Drug Control Policy has added two new print ads to its National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign Ad Gallery: "Original" and "Being Myself." These print ads are available as free public service announcements to support anti-drug efforts in local communities. (ONDCP) For more information, visit: http://adgallery.whitehousedrugpolicy.gov/ ============================================================ Victim Impact Curriculum Available "Victim Impact: Listen and Learn" is an online curriculum funded by OVC. This resource uses a victim-centered approach to help offenders understand the impact of crime on victims. It contains 13 training units that address crimes such as robbery, assault, homicide, and drunk driving. Downloadable content includes training units, curriculum DVD clips, and a customizable agenda. (OVC) For more information, visit: https://www.ovcttac.gov/victimimpact/ ************************************************************************* *** Conferences and Trainings *** Conference Provides Strategies To Combat Underage Drinking On August 13-14, 2009, OJJDP will hold its National Enforcing Underage Drinking Laws Leadership Conference in Dallas, Texas. The conference will provide participants with skills and tools to enhance local efforts for underage drinking prevention and enforcement. (OJJDP) For more information, visit: http://nlc.dgimeetingsupport.com/ConferenceInfo.aspx ============================================================ Conference To Promote Child Sexual Abuse Prevention On August 25-27, 2009, the National Children's Advocacy Center will hold its tenth National Conference on Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Prevention in New Orleans, Louisiana. Topics to be addressed at the conference include child pornography, online predators, and sexting. (OJJDP) For more information, visit: http://www.nationalcac.org/professionals/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=121&Itemid=129 ============================================================ Drug-Free Schools' Conference Scheduled for August On August 3-5, 2009, the Office of Safe and Drug-Free Schools will hold its 2009 national conference in National Harbor, Maryland. The conference will address issues related to civic and character education, crisis planning, mental and physical health, substance abuse, and violence prevention. (OJJDP) For more information, visit: http://www.osdfsnationalconference.com/ ============================================================ Enroll To Attend Fall 2009 OVC Workshops Register for OVC's upcoming training workshops, including Program Evaluation, August 11-12, 2009, in Salt Lake City, Utah, and Compassion Fatigue/Vicarious Trauma, September 2-3, 2009, in Atlanta, Georgia. To view course descriptions and learning objectives or to register, visit the OVC TTAC Web site. (OVC) For more information, visit: https://www.sei2003.com/ovcttac2009/ProgramEvaluation.asp https://www.sei2003.com/ovcttac2009/CompassionFatigue.asp https://www.ovcttac.gov/trainingCenter/training.cfm ============================================================ Identity Theft Online Training Available Soon This online training tool will provide advocates with the resources needed to assist victims of identity theft in their financial and emotional recovery. Sign up now to be notified when Identity Theft online is launched. (OVC) For more information, visit: https://www.ovcttac.gov/mailinglist/mailingList.cfm ============================================================ Online Forensic Training Courses Available The National Institute of Justice is offering multiple Web training courses in various subject areas related to DNA and forensics. Many of these online trainings are free of charge. Visit NIJ's Training Web page to view available courses and related information. (NIJ) For more information, visit: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/nij/training/welcome.htm ============================================================ Register for Information-Sharing Training Event The 2009 National Information Exchange Model (NIEM) National Training Event will be held September 30 to October 2, 2009, in Baltimore, Maryland. NIEM is designed to develop, disseminate, and support information exchange standards and processes that enable jurisdictions to share critical information in emergency situations, and to support the day-to-day operations of agencies throughout the nation. (BJA) For more information, visit: https://www.iir.com/registration/niem/default.cfm ============================================================ Register for Trace Evidence Symposium The Trace Evidence Symposium will be held August 3-7, 2009, in Clearwater Beach, Florida. The symposium will benefit trace evidence examiners, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and those who investigate violent crimes. It will provide relevant stakeholders a valuable opportunity to share information about their work, the challenges they face, and the solutions they have found. (NIJ) For more information, visit: http://projects.nfstc.org/trace/2009/index.htm ============================================================ View Crime Mapping Conference Agenda The agenda for the 10th Crime Mapping Research Conference is now available online. The conference will be held August 19-22, 2009, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Sessions will highlight geographic principles in research, geographic applications in practice, and solutions for crime and public safety problems. (NIJ) For more information, visit: http://guest.cvent.com/EVENTS/Info/Summary.aspx?e=c9e87fa2-759d-4bb3-a42d-91841ca7dfa2 ************************************************************************* Ordering Instructions - Resources available for online ordering are noted with the reference "Order Online." 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