Save the Dates

The next JDCAP Training Committee meeting is scheduled for Thursday March 13. The meeting reception will start at 9:00 AM and the agenda will run from 10A-3P at the Lancaster County Youth Intervention Center.

Additional Information

Webinar To Discuss Reducing the Risk of Suicide With Vulnerable Populations

On February 26, 2014, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. ET, OJJDP's National Center for Youth in Custody (NCYC) will present "Reducing the Risk of Suicide With Vulnerable Populations," the second Webinar in the series "Improving Conditions of Confinement for Vulnerable Populations." Suicide is the second leading cause of death among youth ages 10-18 and the leading cause of death for youth in confinement. Risk factors for suicidal thinking and behavior-much more common for youth in the juvenile justice system-include psychiatric and substance abuse disorders, physical abuse, neglect, and trauma. This Webinar will focus on methods for identifying risk for suicide among youth in custody and effective prevention and intervention strategies for responding to suicidal behaviors.

Resources:

Register and learn more about this free Webinar.

NACo Expands Smart Justice Initiative to Address JJ Reform

Model For Change Announcement

Webinar to Discuss How Therapy Animals Can Help Abused Children

On February 27, 2014, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. ET, OJJDP, in collaboration with the National District Attorneys Association, will present "How Therapy Animal Programs Can Help Maltreated Children." When children have been abused, neglected, or exposed to violence, telling adults about their experiences can be difficult and testifying in court can be traumatic. This Webinar will focus on how therapy animals can help abused children through the court process and what professionals should consider when incorporating an animal-assisted intervention program. Therapy animals can greet children at advocacy centers, police stations, prosecutors' offices, and court houses, and they can assist children during forensic interviews, medical examinations, therapy, court preparation, and testimony.

Resources:

Register for this free Webinar.

Read about the Therapy Animals Supporting Kids (TASK) Program.