Announcements, Events, & Press Releases

BJA Solicits Applications for FY 2010 Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program Grants

The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), U.S. Department of Justice, has released its fiscal year 2010 solicitation for Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program (JMHCP) grant applications. The program was authorized by the Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Act of 2004 (MIOTCRA) and promotes coordination among criminal justice, juvenile justice, mental health, and substance abuse agencies.
Feb 17

Fiscal Year 2010 Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program Applicant Webinar

The Council of State Governments Justice Center is pleased to announce its first webinar in the 2010 Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program Webinar Series, sponsored by the Bureau of Justice Assistance: Fiscal Year 2010 Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program Applicant Webinar.

Media Clips

Inquirer (PA) — A new city court offers help to veterans

3/4/10 — A new Veteran's Court in Philadelphia, PA is working with veterans involved involved with the criminal justice system to address their specific needs.

South County Independent (Rhode Island) — Police trained for mental health calls

3/4/10 — Rhode Island police officers, including college campus officers, receive specialized response training.