We are excited to share our latest edition of the Compass Newsletter! This issue highlights National Awareness focuses and our Tribal Response to Alcohol and Substance Misuse program. Learn about opportunities for you to get involved, upcoming webinars happening soon and more!
This issue highlights our 2025 Victims of Crime Conference and recaps our week in Dallas at the Crimes Against Children Conference. We are excited to announce two new PILOT training courses happening this fall. Read the August issue for upcoming training opportunities, news stories and more!
Have you heard about Financial Sextortion? Do you understand why youth are so vulnerable to sextortion? Do you know what resources and support you can offer victims and families? Dana Miller shares three critical points that are crucial when responding to a sextortion incident, and when helping a child or family where a minor has been a victim of sextortion.
NCJTC Training and Technical Assistance Catalog. For a printable version of the catalog, visit ncjtc.org/catalogprint. Revised: September 2025
NCJTC Training and Technical Assistance Catalog. For the online version of the catalog, visit ncjtc.org/catalog. Revised: September 2025
Do you investigate sexual assault crimes? Do you provide corroborative evidence in all of your investigations? In sexual assault investigations, evidence and information about the crime is gathered primarily from three sources: the victim; the suspect; and the crime scene (including other witnesses). Melissa Hoppmeyer shares three critical things in properly investigating sex crimes.
Suspicious deaths can take months or even years to solve. Collaboration is key to a positive outcome for victims and their families. Bill Hanson shares three critical ways to ensure success in your death investigation cases.
Have you considered the core correctional principles of sex offender management for supervision officers, law enforcement, and treatment providers? Have you considered national trends and information regarding sex offender management within your community? Chris Lobanov-Rostovsky shares three critical things to consider related to the core principles for sex offender management.
How does your agency communicate with media during a crisis? What steps have you taken to prepare? Anne Schwartz will share three things your agency can do to communicate effectively during a crisis.
Why do agencies need to change and evolve? What steps are you taking to help foster an inclusive culture and a transparent organization? Consider three ways to approach and implement organizational change that can strengthen community and employee trust.
