Welcome to this resource guide developed specifically for Indian country at the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). The goal of this resource is to provide a user-friendly, current, and comprehensive resource for American Indian and Alaska Native Tribal governments to further improve the safety of their communities. It is also designed as a resource to help the general public and other Federal agencies learn more about Tribal justice and safety issues in Indian Country.
Interdepartmental Tribal Justice, Safety, and Wellness Government-to-Government Consultation, Training & Technical Assistance – Session 9 August 10 - 14, 2009 The 9th Interdepartmental Tribal Justice, Safety, and Wellness (TJS&W) Session will be held August 10–14, 2009 at the Tulsa Marriott Southern Hills in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Tribal conference will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday, August 11 – 12, with pre-conference sessions on Monday, August 10 and post-conference sessions on Thursday and Friday, August 13 – 14. Together, the TJS&W will feature more than 40 events, including workshops, plenary presentations, panel discussions, and working groups. Attendees have the opportunity to participate in special topic pre and post conference events in addition to the Tribal conference on August 11 and 12. Registration is free. The Interdepartmental TJS&W partners have worked steadily the last three years to respond to Tribal community concerns through a series of consultation, training and technical assistance sessions held across the country. During each session, TJS&W partners have responded to Tribal recommendations regarding access to resources and meeting the challenges Indian Country faces in individual communities. This year’s conference will offer the opportunity for participants to share their expertise and engage in dialogue about the latest in available resources, best practices and building partnerships. Pre-Conference and Post-Conference Sessions
Current Conference Topics Include:
Who Should Attend
To register and learn more about the conference, please visit the conference web site at https://www.circlesolutions.com/tribal. |
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