Meeting Minutes

Training and Research Committee
April 21, 2009
Vision:
We improve the juvenile justice system by meeting local training needs in a cost effective manner that ensures consistent and high quality instruction. We research evidence-based approaches and provide opportunities for communities and institutions to coordinate efforts. We identify best practices in Idaho and share expertise between stakeholders. We involve and support District and Tribal Councils so training and research is relevant to local needs.

Mission:
To identify and provide effective training and research to prevent and reduce juvenile delinquency in Idaho

Members present:


Nancy Lopez
Stephanie Breach
Brian Dulin
John Varin
Kyle Fisher
Bev Wilder
Carolyn Peterson
Theresa Appeney
Shane Boyle
Karen Skow
Dawn Wilson


Strategic Plan
After an indepth discussion of the priorities for training, the Committee decided to focus on one topic area in the first year and gradually add topic areas in years 2 and 3. Parenting and Family Involvement will be the topic area for training and research in the first year of this plan.

The Committee intends to support regional training events during year-one in collaboration with state and local organizations. The Committee determined that national caliber speakers should be brought to Idaho to discuss parenting and family concepts followed by a facilitated dialogue between attendees. Continued action to develop coordinated efforts improving resources for and relationships with parents and families will be based on local dynamics.

Maintaining a focus on juvenile justice was noted as a critical principle as we collaborate with other organizations.

Efforts will be made to secure continuing education credits for professionals in attendance.

The importance of Balanced and Restorative Justice as a foundation of the juvenile justice system in Idaho was reinforced during this meeting. The Committee will ensure all training is presented within the context of the BARJ philosophy. IJJA intends to provide training on BARJ at its annual conference in September.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Not addressed at this meeting

Summit Preparation
The Committee will meet via conference call to review and refine the strategic plan and prepare a presentation at the Summit.

Participation in OJJDP's EUDL Conference Call Training

I had the opportunity to participate in OJJDP's EUDL conference call training today on adolescent brain development and the impact on how adolescents respond more to impulsive acts than thinking things through, plus, some parenting skills on how to address prevention efforts.

Two things it was an informative training. And I thought it was a great way to get training information available to a high number of folks. Maybe something we can consider to use down the road.

Participation in OJJDP's EDUL Conference Call Training

Great Discussion

I thought our discussion this morning was very productive and we continue to move forward with meeting our goals. You all are amazing in the work you do for our State.

Bev

Planning Matrix

Please refer to an email attachment from Alan Miller for a copy of the planning matrix for discussion during the April 21, 2009. Contact Alan if you need another copy.

April Conference Call

The next meeting of the Training and Research Committee is a conference call as follows:

Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Time: 10:30am MDT
Dial in #1-888-296-1938
Code: 222976

Meeting Minutes

Training and Research Committee
March 12, 2009

Vision:
We improve the juvenile justice system by meeting local training needs in a cost effective manner that ensures consistent and high quality instruction. We research evidence-based approaches and provide opportunities for communities and institutions to coordinate efforts. We identify best practices in Idaho and share expertise between stakeholders. We involve and support District and Tribal Councils so training and research is relevant to local needs.

Mission:
To identify and provide effective training and research to prevent and reduce juvenile delinquency in Idaho

Members present:

Nancy Lopez
Stephanie Breach
Stefanie Kazyaka
Brian Dulin
Susan Delyea
Emily Chung
John Varin
Kyle Fisher
Bev Wilder
Carolyn Peterson
Karen Skow
Dawn Wilson

Guests: Christi Chung

Council Member Training Needs Assessment
Responses from the online survey were reviewed and responses were categorized within the priorities of the 3 year plan.

Common themes emerged and were established by the Committee as priority areas for next year. Themes included:

Parent Involvement
Parenting Skills Education
Effective Ways to Involve Parents in Treatment

Community Resources
Supporting District Council Research
Design an Information Repository
Identify Gaps in Service

Evidence-based Practices
Brain Development
Behavioral Health including cultural competence and gender specific

Next Steps:

April 21, 2009 Conference Call
Roles and Responsibilities
Strategic Planning
JJ Summit Presentation and Comment Process
Calendar of events