For individuals returning from incarceration, successful reentry depends on intergovernmental collaboration responsive to both community and returnees’ needs. The chances for recidivism are minimized, and public health and safety are maximized. That’s especially true in Indian country, where the complex nature of jurisdiction makes coordination among Tribal, Federal, state, and local justice systems particularly challenging.
Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), in partnership with the American Probation and Parole Association, is pleased to announce its hosting of the Washington Tribal Intergovernmental Workshop (TIRW). The Washington TIRW will take place from May 31st to June 2nd.
Washington State Tribes that opt to participate in this workshop are encouraged to include, but are not limited to, staff with influence over reentry matters, including the following representatives: (1) Tribal Council (relevant committee of main governing body), (2) Court/Judiciary, (3) Behavioral Health/Health Services/IHS, (4) Community-based Service Provider, (5) Community Resource Person, (6) Victims' Services, (7) Tribal Probation, (8) Tribal Prosecution, (9) Detention/Corrections, (10) Law Enforcement (i.e. Chief of Police), and (11) Budget/Finance.
The Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is partnering with the Washington State Department of Corrections (WA DOC) and the federally recognized tribes throughout Washington to plan this event. In addition, WA DOC representatives and other state agencies will participate in the event. Federal representatives will include U.S. Probation, U.S. Attorney's Office, Bureau of Prisons, and Bureau of Indian Affairs.
Registrations are due by May 24th.
For questions regarding the application process, please contact Travis Johnson at 859-244-8015 or tjohhnson@csg.org.
