Data Available on Human Trafficking
The Bureau of Justice Statistics has released a Special Report, “Characteristics of Suspected Human Trafficking Incidents, 2008-2010,” which describes the characteristics of human trafficking investigations, suspects, and victims in cases opened by federally funded task forces between January 2008 and June 2010.

National Gang Symposium Focuses on Reduction Strategies
On June 7-10, 2011, in Orlando, Florida, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, the Bureau of Justice Assistance, the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and the National Gang Center will host the 2011 National Gang Symposium. Register online.

NIC Launches Redesigned Web Site
The National Institute of Corrections Web site has a new look. The newly redesigned site features streamlined access to information on new publications, events and news. The new site also includes an "Action Center" to assist users register for a class, subscribe to alerts and more.

Registration Open for Corrections Broadcast
"Thinking for a Change 3.0 - Worth the Wait!" will be held May 11, 2011. This live satellite/Internet broadcast, from the National Institute of Corrections, will prepare those who have previously been trained in the Thinking for a Change cognitive behavioral curriculum to implement the changes in updated version 3.0. The broadcast will provide an overview of the program and resources that will assist in program implementation.

Newsletter Discusses Prescription Drug Abuse
The current issue of "ONDCP Update" features an article on the Administration's plan to reduce prescription drug abuse. It also discusses the problem of inhalant abuse, cooperation between the United States and Russia to combat drug use and its consequences, and a U.S. resolution to reduce drugged driving.

Download NIJ Videos Through YouTube
Videos from the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) are now available on the Department of Justice YouTube channel. This resource contains a message from the NIJ Director and more videos on the NIJ Playlist.

FY 2012 Budget and Performance Summary Companion to the Drug Control Strategy
This Office of National Drug Control Policy publication describes program overviews, program performance, and changes to the national budget for FY 2012. (NCJ 234270)

Gaining Insight, Taking Action: Basic Skills for Serving Victims
This resource from the Office for Victims of Crime includes three videos and a guidebook. It is a valuable training tool for those who want to better understand the challenges faced by underserved victim populations, the relationship between substance abuse and victimization, and how to communicate effectively with crime victims. (NCJ 232780)

Full text of the report: PDF