The NCJA Podcast

Episode 43: Part 2: Understanding Local Implementation with the Juvenile Assessment Center

In this companion episode [https://open.spotify.com/episode/6KOuE0cZhFTPLfTinaJRMu?go=1&sp_cid=77afc255188693263804263b1df9be9f&utm_source=embed_player_p&utm_medium=desktop&nd=1&dlsi=f188ed337d4f4a8c] to our previous podcast on the assessment center model, we highlight the Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC) [http://thejac.org/] in Colorado. Hear from Executive Director Sarah Troy, board member and former JAC client Kaelie McNeilley and NCJA Program Manager Anica Stieve about how youth are referred and comprehensively assessed through this supportive hub to prevent involvement with juvenile justice and child welfare systems, and how stakeholder support plays a critical role in the success of this important community-led resource.     Resources Mentioned:  * National Assessment Center Association (NAC) framework [https://www.nacassociation.org/the-assessment-center-framework]

Episode 42: Better Data, Better Justice: Discussing the Benefits of Justice Counts for SAAs

Are you searching for ways to expand your capacity for data access or analysis? Do you need help telling the story of your criminal justice data? Tune into this episode of The NCJA Podcast and join NCJA Research Analyst Alexis Cooney as she speaks with Laramie Riggs and Esteem Brumfield from the Center for State Governments (CSG) Justice Center about Justice Counts [https://justicecounts.csgjusticecenter.org/], a national initiative providing tools, resources and custom support to help criminal justice agencies make their data journey easy, straightforward and impactful. Learn what participation in Justice Counts looks like, including how to enhance data-driven decision-making and strategic planning, and how custom dashboards can help streamline your data processes. Episode Resources: * Sign up to participate (opt-in) to Justice Counts! [https://justicecounts.csgjusticecenter.org/participate-in-justice-counts/#saas-sacs] * Want to know more before opting in? Book a meeting with Laramie [https://scheduler.zoom.us/laramie_riggs/laramie-riggs-at-justice-counts].

Episode 41: Reducing System Involvement: An Exploration of the Assessment Center Model

In this episode of The NCJA Podcast, Program Manager Anica Stieve dives into the juvenile justice world to explore the assessment center model, a supportive hub for youth and families that provides support and diverts youth from juvenile justice and child welfare system involvement. In this conversation, Molli Barker Cook, executive director of the National Assessment Center Association, guides listeners through the history of the model, the key components, and how communities can adapt the model to individualized community needs. Episode Links: * Assessment Center Framework  [https://www.nacassociation.org/assets/docs/AssessmentCenterFramework%20(4).pdf] * Assessment Center 101 Training [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wmzt75M2iK0] * Technical Assistance Support [https://www.nacassociation.org/technical-assistance]

Episode 40: Meaningful Collaboration in MMIR Work and the Role of the SAA

Part one of a future two-part podcast series discusses how to build meaningful relationships with tribes, community stakeholders and law enforcement, and how to leverage those connections to influence change in the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives (MMIR) space. Listen as NCJA Program Manager Amanda Blasko speaks with Matt Lunn, Director of the Colorado  Division of Criminal Justice [https://xn--https-ix3b/www.linkedin.com/company/colorado-division-of-criminal-justice/posts/?feedView=all], and Melody Delmar, Director of Colorado’s Office of the Liaison for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives (OMMIR) [https://dcj.colorado.gov/dcj-offices/ommir]  as they chronicle their initial steps and shared vision for these relationships, the importance of the role of the SAA in MMIR work, and how the unique role of Colorado’s co-located SAA and OMMIR act as a force multiplier for change.

Episode 39: Overcoming the Bystander Effect in Criminal Justice

In this episode, join Dr. Abigail Tucker as she discusses the creation of Heroes [https://www.heroesintervene.com/], an active bystander training program, with Simone Greene, deputy director of the NCJA Center for Justice Planning. Adapted from Georgetown Law’s Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement (ABLE) [https://www.law.georgetown.edu/cics/able/] project and tailored for corrections, healthcare, and fire and rescue, Dr. Tucker, one of three co-founders, explains how Heroes prevents and reduces harm and misconduct, enhances employee well-being, and transforms agency culture. Tune in for insights on how leadership and proactive intervention can drive meaningful change in public safety. Episode Resources:  * Read an article [https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-54339252] about Dr. Ervin Staub and his role in active bystandership training.  * Read about the DOJ’s duty to intercede. [https://www.justice.gov/jm/1-16000-department-justice-policy-use-force#1-16.400]  * Check out this blurb about Heroes’ implementation in Anne Arundel County, MD. [https://www.aacounty.org/county-executive/news/department-detention-launches-innovative-new-active-bystander-tr]  * Listen to Dr. Tucker speak about the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s implementation of Heroes. [https://rss.com/podcasts/cdcrunlocked/1253935/]