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Register for upcoming juvenile-justice related webinars on funding, programs, and initiatives.
| Date | Title | Registration |
| July 2, 2020 | Secondary Trauma & Traumatic Stress: Cognitive Signs and Symptoms and How to Mitigate | Register |
| July 8, 2020 | Principles of Child and Adolescent Development: An Overview for Prosecutors | Register |
| July 9, 2020 | Secondary Trauma & Traumatic Stress: Emotional Signs and Symptoms and How to Mitigate | Register |
| July 16, 2020... |
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This short film, inspired by true stories, shows how a supportive and caring adult can help a child overcome childhood trauma and exposure to violence. Each year, nearly 60% of youth are exposed to violence in their homes, schools, and communities. Recent studies demonstrate how observing violence has a lasting negative impact on a child’s brain and their cognitive development. Over time, exposure to violence during childhood is significantly correlated with negative outcomes such as psychological issues, adverse behavior, and serious illnesses. The U.S.
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Children are exposed to violence every day in their homes, schools, and communities. Such exposure can cause them significant physical, mental, and emotional harm with long-term effects that can last well into adulthood. Exposure to violence can limit children's potential and increase their likelihood of becoming involved in the juvenile or criminal justice system. These children are often more...
On June 18, 2019, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. ET, OJJDP, in collaboration with The Innocent Justice Foundation, will present How Was Your Day? A Loaded Question." This webinar is designed to help law enforcement and other professionals exposed to trauma share work experiences with their family and friends. Register and learn more about this webinar.
On March 18, 2019, from 1 to 2 p.m. ET, OJJDP, in collaboration with the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), will present "Building Trauma-Informed Police Responses in Your Agency: Training and Tools." This webinar will provide an overview of trauma-informed policing for officers, law enforcement agencies, and communities. Presenters will describe the phenomenon of trauma, share data about traumatic exposure, and...
