American Indians or Alaska Natives
OJJDP News @ a Glance, July/August 2021
The July/August newsletter highlights OJJDP programs designed to prevent and reduce youth violence, training and technical assistance for judges presiding over child abuse and neglect cases, and OJJDP’s response to feedback received during a Tribal consultation.
OJJDP Releases Tribal Consultation Response Report
OJJDP has released the "OJJDP Tribal Consultation Response." The report summarizes and responds to issues discussed at OJJDP's June 2020 Tribal consultation with 288 Tribal leaders and representatives.
Department of Justice Accepting Applications for Tribal Access Program for National Crime Information
The Department of Justice recently announced the opening of the application period for its Tribal Access Program for National Crime Information. Federally recognized tribes are eligible to apply.
Tribal Consultation
2023 Tribal Consultation
Through this consultation, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) is seeking Tribal Leader, policymaker, practitioner and other interested party input on OJJDP priorities, proposed regulations, and how OJJDP funding can best support Tribes to enhance and expand efforts to prevent and reduce delinquency and improve juvenile justice systems. This consultation will be conducted virtually via webinar with multiple dates available: ...
Youth Healing to Wellness Court Program
Overview
In fiscal year (FY) 2015, the Youth Healing to Wellness Court Program (YHWCP) was incorporated as Purpose Area 8 into the Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation (CTAS).
| CTAS 8 | Number Awarded | Amount Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | 13 | $5,200,000 |
| FY2022 | 5 | $2,000,000 |
| FY2021 | 11 | $4,400,000 |
| FY2020 | 6 | $2,039,000 |
| FY2019 | 5 | $1,750,000 |
| FY2018 | 6 | $1,959,981 |
| FY2017 | 8 | $2,721,029 |
| FY2016 | 13 | $3,914,725 |
| Total... |