Publication Improves Court Practice in Child Abuse and Neglect Cases Reno –The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) has announced the release of the Enhanced version of the Resource Guidelines to improve court practice in child abuse and neglect cases, 20 years after the original publication. “The Enhanced Resource Guidelines will serve as the … [Read more...] about The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) Releases Enhanced Resource Guidelines
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The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges Announces Joey Orduna Hastings as New CEO
Reno – The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) has announced Joey Orduna Hastings as the new chief executive officer after a nationwide search. She will start on July 15, 2016. “I am thrilled to be part of an organization I so deeply believe in. I look forward to working with the dynamic NCJFCJ staff and membership to continue to achieve monumental … [Read more...] about The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges Announces Joey Orduna Hastings as New CEO
The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) Debuts the Seven Deadly Sins Blog Series
May is National Drug Court Month Reno - The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) launched a new blog series identifying seven specific practices that can be detrimental to a juvenile drug court and its youth. Juvenile drug courts (JDCs) often face important decisions when developing or revising their programs. These decisions affect JDC practices and … [Read more...] about The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) Debuts the Seven Deadly Sins Blog Series
The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) Holds National Judicial Institute on Domestic Child Sex Trafficking
Reno– On May 11th and 12th, the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) held its third National Judicial Institute on Domestic Child Sex Trafficking: Improving Outcomes for Vulnerable Children Through Judicial Action in Reno, Nev. Domestic child sex trafficking (DCST) is a complex and pervasive issue within the U.S. The National Judicial Institute on … [Read more...] about The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) Holds National Judicial Institute on Domestic Child Sex Trafficking
Denim Day Raises Awareness About Sexual Violence
The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) and The Children’s Cabinet participated in this important national event on Wednesday, April 27th, to raise awareness during national sexual violence awareness month, and to continue the conversation about sexual violence. One in five women have been victims of rape or attempted rape and half of those occurred … [Read more...] about Denim Day Raises Awareness About Sexual Violence
The 2016 Justice Innovation Awards Call For Nominations
The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) is conducting a call for nominations for the 2016 Justice Innovation Awards, which recognizes honorees who innovatively rethink, reimagine and redefine justice for children and families. The Innovator of the Year Award will honor an active, in-good-standing NCJFCJ member who has inspired, sponsored, promoted, … [Read more...] about The 2016 Justice Innovation Awards Call For Nominations
Russian Delegation Convenes in Reno to Tackle Juvenile Justice Issues
The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) moderates and participates in the discussion Reno – A delegation of Russian gender-based violence officials, hosted by the Northern Nevada International Center, visited Reno under the auspices of the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program on February 8, 2016. The National Council … [Read more...] about Russian Delegation Convenes in Reno to Tackle Juvenile Justice Issues
NCJFCJ Expands into New Downtown Reno Offices
Basin Street Properties, a prominent Northern Nevada real estate investor and developer, has signed a lease with the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) for 14,699 square feet in its 300 East Second Street building in downtown Reno, Nevada. The NCJFCJ focuses on improving the effectiveness of our nation’s juvenile and family courts. A 2,000 member … [Read more...] about NCJFCJ Expands into New Downtown Reno Offices
NCJFCJ CEO Mari Kay Bickett Announces Retirement Effective July 31, 2016
Mari Kay Bickett, chief executive officer for the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) has announced her plans for retirement. For the past five years, Bickett has led the national organization headquartered in Reno, Nev., which serves an estimated 30,000 professionals in the juvenile and family justice system across the country. Through providing … [Read more...] about NCJFCJ CEO Mari Kay Bickett Announces Retirement Effective July 31, 2016
SUPERNAP Executive Missy Young Elected to NCJFCJ Board of Directors
Focus for both organizations is on education Reno – The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) has elected Missy Young, a lifelong philanthropist, to the Board of Directors. "There is no doubt that Missy will have a positive impact on our organization," said Judge Darlene Byrne, President of the NCJFCJ Board of Directors. "Her business acumen and … [Read more...] about SUPERNAP Executive Missy Young Elected to NCJFCJ Board of Directors
NCJFCJ Launches the School-Justice Partnership National Resource Center and Website
Center is designed to keep kids in school and out of court. Reno – The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ), in partnership with the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), has a new resource center designed to assist school-justice partnerships to keep kids in school and out of court. The #RethinkDiscipline movement … [Read more...] about NCJFCJ Launches the School-Justice Partnership National Resource Center and Website
NCJFCJ Receives More than $4.5 Million in Grants to Assist Domestic Violence Victims
Reno – The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ), announced that it has received 10 awards totaling more than $4.5 million in funding for their work in domestic violence. The NCJFCJ is devoted to ensuring justice and improving outcomes for families and children in courts nationwide. One of the largest and oldest judicial membership organizations in … [Read more...] about NCJFCJ Receives More than $4.5 Million in Grants to Assist Domestic Violence Victims
NCJFCJ Announces a Record $11.3 Million in Grants to Improve Outcomes for Children and Families
Reno – The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) announced that it has received 23 awards totaling more than $11.3 million in funding. The NCJFCJ is devoted to ensuring justice and improving outcomes for families and children in courts nationwide. One of the largest and oldest judicial membership organizations in the nation, the NCJFCJ provides judges … [Read more...] about NCJFCJ Announces a Record $11.3 Million in Grants to Improve Outcomes for Children and Families
Shackling Children in Court Now Banned in Nevada
The NCJFCJ resolution states shackling is contrary to the goals of juvenile justice Reno – A new bill, passed in June by Governor Brian Sandoval, will take effect that puts an end to the practice of shackling children appearing in court in the state of Nevada. The bill means that Nevada will join D.C. and 22 other states that have ended the practice either by law, rule or … [Read more...] about Shackling Children in Court Now Banned in Nevada
The Honorable Egan Walker Joins NCJFCJ Board of Directors
Reno, Nev. – The Honorable Egan Walker of the Second Judicial District Court, Family Division, Washoe County, has joined the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) as a member of the board of directors. Judge Walker was appointed by Governor Brian Sandoval to serve as the presiding judge in Department 2 on March 10, 2011, and then elected to the … [Read more...] about The Honorable Egan Walker Joins NCJFCJ Board of Directors