NCJRS
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May 13-19 is National Police Week
During National Police Week and the time that follows, NCJRS invites you to view the Law Enforcement Resources Special Feature. Contained in this online feature are publications and resources that focus on matters of interest and importance to law enforcement personnel, including officer safety and well-being. Additionally, information about police equipment and technology, grant and funding resources, and training programs and opportunities are provided. -
Report on Sexual Victimization in Prisons and Jails
This report by the Office of Justice Programs presents the findings of the review panel on prison rape. The goal of the panel is to gather information that will be helpful to correctional policymakers, administrators, line staff, and allied professionals as they seek to end sexual violence in prisons and jails. (NCJ 238333)
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Exercises for Developing MI Skills in Corrections
This publication by the National Institute of Corrections discusses the development of motivational interviewing skills and presents scenarios that agents commonly encounter in their efforts to monitor and reinforce court/parole/institutional conditions and address clients' needs. A glossary of related terms is included.
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Resources Available for Correctional Officers
Access NCJRS's Correctional Officers' Week Special Feature for links to publications and other materials, as well as references to additional organizations and agencies that focus on matters of interest to correctional personnel, such as equipment and technology, stress, training, and violence in facilities.
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Seminar Discusses Game-Based Learning in Corrections
On June 7, 2012, at 10 a.m. ET, the National Institute of Corrections will host "Learning Administrator's Virtual Community Thought Leader Webinar: Game-Based Learning." In this free presentation, Gabe Zichermann, chair of the Gamification Summit, will discuss the value of game-based learning and its possibilities in corrections.
