NCJFCJ's Fall training programs offer participants great educational and networking opportunities in Reno, NV and around the country. Following is a quick synopsis of upcoming programs and links for more information:

What Works and What Doesn't in Reducing Recidivism
Aug. 13-14, 2007 / Reno, NV 
This two-day training, presented by Dr. Ed Latessa of the University of Cincinnati, will discuss what the research shows about which kinds of programs and interventions work and which don't work with juvenile offenders. For more information, please click here.

26th Annual Juvenile Probation & Justice Management Conference
Sept. 9-12, 2007 / Albuquerque, NM
Four tracks, focused on the needs of juvenile probation officers, will include: “Case Management of Juvenile Sex Offenders”; “Juvenile Probation in the Courts, Dispositional Alternatives and Mental Health Issues”; “Management Development Institute”; and “Juvenile Probation Officer Institute.” For more information, please click here.

Enhancing Judicial Skills in Domestic Violence Cases
Sept. 16-19, 2007 / Providence, RI
This program provides the essential foundation for new and experienced judges who handle criminal, civil, and family law cases involving domestic violence. For more information, please click here.

Graduated Sanctions in Juvenile Justice
Sept. 17-20, 2007 / New Orleans, LA
Learn how the graduated sanctions philosophy is changing the way the courts do business. This program will focus on sharing ideas and exploring new dispositional alternatives to secure detention for minor and intermediate level juvenile offenders.  For more information, please click here.

Fall College: The Role of the Judge
Sept. 24-28, 2007 / Reno, NV
This program focuses on the unique leadership role of the juvenile court judge and how that role can enhance the effectiveness of the juvenile court, addressing a variety of legal, medical, social, and psychological topics. For more information, please click here.

Managing Challenging Family Law Cases
Sept. 24-27, 2007 / Reno, NV
This program, co-sponsored with the National Judicial College, is for any judge who hears family law cases involving dissolution of marriage, child custody and visitation, and child support. Practice-based tools will be presented to assist judges in the management of these complex domestic relations issues. For more information, please click here.

Evidence in Juvenile and Family Law Cases
Oct. 14-19, 2007 / Reno, NV
This training covers evidentiary and constitutional issues, including expert witness testimony, hearsay, character evidence, and various psychological profiles and syndromes. Information coming soon!

Judicial Response to Alcohol and Other Drugs
Oct. 14-19, 2007 / Reno, NV
Valuable information will be presented aimed at helping judges and other professionals better understand cases involving alcohol and other drugs. Topics include adolescent development, new drug trends, working with girls, juvenile drug courts, and more. Information coming soon!

Continuing Judicial Skills in Domestic Violence Cases
Oct. 21-23, 2007 /  Brooklyn, NY
This program is specifically designed for judges who have successfully completed the Enhancing Judicial Skills in Domestic Violence Cases Workshop or a similar intensive, foundational program. For more information, please click here.

Enhancing Judicial Skills in Domestic Violence Cases
Dec. 2-5, 2007 / Santa Fe, NM
This program provides the essential foundation for new and experienced judges who handle criminal, civil, and family law cases involving domestic violence. For more information, please click here.