We are trying to update our 2019 MN Housing Directory. If you know of any organizations that provide transitional housing, please send them this form to fill out (the return information is listed on the document). Thank you!
Author Talk: Leslie Schwartz
Wednesday, April 24, 2019 (7:00PM – 8:30PM)
Schwartz will discuss her book "The Lost Chapters: Finding Recovery and Renewal One Book at a Time," which chronicles her experience with addiction, incarceration, and the role that books can play in changing lives. Told in vivid, unforgettable prose, Schwartz’s memoir uncovers the nature of shame, rage, love, and how instruments of change and redemption come from the unlikeliest of places.
April is Second Chance Month. And to celebrate, the Minnesota Second Chance Coalition and Goodwill Easter Seals of Minnesota is hosting a community resource fair for individuals and families impacted by the justice systems. Join us, meet local providers, and learn more about the resources, programs, and assistance available to help you and your family overcome barriers and find success in the community.
MN Corrections Association 2019 Annual Training Institute
Presenters – this is your chance to submit a proposal to present at Minnesota Corrections Association’s Annual Fall Conference, being held October 23-25, 2019 at Grand View Lodge, Nisswa, MN! We’re looking for a wide range of engaging topics geared toward corrections professionals and partners.
Deadline for proposal submission is April 29, 2019. Presenters will be notified by May 6th if presentation has been accepted.
Each year, the National TASC Conference brings hundreds of individuals from around the country together to explore the latest advancements and issues in the treatment and recovery of justice-involved individuals with behavioral health needs. National TASC is a national membership organization representing TASC programs across the United States. National TASC members are dedicated professionals delivering screening, assessment, referral and case management services to substance-abusing adult and juvenile offender populations. Our mission is to offer leadership, advocacy, and policy recommendations for innovative treatment and recovery supports resulting in opportunities for justice-involved individuals with behavioral health needs to achieve healthy and productive lives with their families and communities.
a night of exploration, reflection, and discussion around our position in society and the power that can accompany it. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome and registrations are encouraged.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 8th, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. WHERE: St. Mary of the Lake Church, 4741 Bald Eagle Ave, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Breezy Point Resort 9252 Breezy Point Drive Breezy Point, MN 56472
For lodging and meals for the conference, please click here to complete the Breezy Point Lodging Form and return it by April 23rd, 2019 per the instructions.
Justice involved women and girls enter and exist in the criminal justice system with their whole beings. They bring life experiences rooted in identity-- race, class, ability, sexuality and more. How are we as service providers meeting the needs of women and girls at the margins? How do our institutions and programs account for these identities? This conference will begin to shed light on the specific traits, strengths and needs of women and girls at the margins. We will explore marginality and intersectionality through both a systems and personal lens. Our event will be emceed by the amazing Dr. Joi Lewis of Joi Unlimited.
Contact Karmen McQuitty, kmcquitt@umn.edu, for any inquiries. If you are formerly/justice involved, and would like to attend, but cannot afford registration, please contact Karmen.
Date and Time: Mon, May 20, 2019 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM CDT
Location: Bunker Hills Event Center, 1501 Central Parkway, 12800 Bunker Prairie Rd NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55448
Join the annual event where professionals come together to learn, challenge their thinking, and connect with colleagues!
This multi-disciplinary conference attracts victim advocates, criminal justice professionals, researchers, medical responders, educators, and others, with topics that span the wide range of crime victimization and issues related to responding to crime victims. For questions on proposals or areas of interest, please contact conference director Joann Jones, Joann.Jones@state.mn.usor 651-201-7318.
This 16-hour training is designed for practitioners who assist individuals with a criminal history to prepare for employment & ultimately job retention.
When: May 29-30, 2019, 8:00am-4:30pm
Location: Wood Lake Meeting Center, 210 Wood Lake Drive SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Free Career Training Job Coach & Job Placement Opportunities
Training Dates: May 6-9, 13-14. 2019* -Preparatory workshops required Training Length: 6 full days Training Location: 4912 France Avenue North, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429, Bus Route: #717 For More Information: Contact: Derrick Carter, 612-348-3056, Derrick.Carter@hennepin.us
CBS this Morning Saturday Host Dana Jacobson sat down for conversations with Governor Tim Walz, Commisisoner Larry Herke, MACV, Veterans and other partners to talk about the unique program and collaboration we have here in Minnesota to end Veteran Homelessness. "If we can't end Veteran homelessness, then we can't end homelessness in society."
April 19, 2019 Boots to Business Reboot flyerBoots to Business Reboot is an entrepreneurial education and training program offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The course provides an overview of entrepreneurship and applicable business ownership fundamentals. Veterans of all eras, Active Duty Service members (including National Guard and Reserve), and spouses are eligible to participate.
During Reboot, participants are introduced to the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to launch a business, including steps for developing business concepts, how to develop a business plan, and information on SBA resources available to help. The program is facilitated by subject matter experts from the SBA and their extensive network of skilled business advisors.
Participants that complete an in-person B2B Reboot course can elect to further their study through one of many B2B online courses, offered at no cost to Service members, Veterans and military spouses. If you’ve already attended an in-person B2B course, visit https://sbavets.force.com/ to sign up for one of the online B2B follow-on courses.
This 2-day event is presented by the Military Mental Health Coalition at Camp Ripley: The MMHC is a military/civilian community partnership aiming to unite community mental health providers with existing services and resources to provide quality and timely care for our service-members, veterans and their families.
Event attendees can include but are not limited to: Active or retired Veterans and family members, Clinicians, Social Workers, Military Service Professionals.
Click here to find current RFP Notices from the DOC. Also, starting soon, the the MN DOC Grants and Subsidies Unit is going to be publishing RFP Notices in a format similar to this newsletter. If you would like to be added to the subscriber list to receive RFP Notices from the DOC, please contact Rubina Khan at rubina.khan@state.mn.us.
Implementing the PREA Standards, Protecting Inmates, and Safeguarding Communities
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP) Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is seeking applications for funding of projects designed to prevent, detect, and respond to sexual abuse and sexual harassment in confinement facilities, and to achieve and maintain compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards. This program furthers DOJ’s mission by reducing violent crime and promoting law enforcement officer safety. Deadline is May 22, 2019
Research and Evaluation in Safety, Health, and Wellness in the Criminal Justice System
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is seeking applications for research in four areas: (1) the cumulative effects of shift-work schedules, overtime, and secondary employment on the health, safety, performance, and quality of life of police or correctional officers; (2) enhancing strategies for officer interaction with individuals presenting with mental illness; (3) understanding the impact and management of stress, burnout, and vicarious trauma to advance resiliency of the forensic science workforce; and (4) understanding the impact of undercover work on officer wellness. This program furthers the Department’s mission by sponsoring research to provide objective, independent, evidence based knowledge and tools to meet the challenges of crime and justice, particularly at the state and local levels. Deadline is May 27, 2019
Second Chance Act Comprehensive Community-based Adult Reentry Program
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs, (OJP) Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is seeking applications for funding under the Second Chance Act to provide grants to nonprofit organizations and Indian tribes to provide reentry services and programs. This program furthers the Department’s mission to reduce recidivism and combat violence by facilitating the successful reintegration of former offenders or individuals returning from incarceration. All applications are due by 11:59 p.m. eastern time on June 11, 2019.
We are pleased to announce the launch of the Pohlad Family Foundation’s Housing Affordability Program, the second grant program of our new strategic focus on housing stability. We will invest $7 million over 2019-2020 to increase housing opportunities for families and youth who are currently experiencing homelessness. We anticipate approving 20-30 grants ranging from $25,000 – $500,000 annually, up to a two-year commitment to organizations that serve the Twin Cities seven-county metropolitan region.
The purpose of this funding opportunity is to fund cooperative agreements that support the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategies that prevent child maltreatment, reduce entry into the public child welfare system, and enhance the overall well-being outcomes of children and families. Funding will be used to improve the safety and stability of all families and reinforce supportive, nurturing relationships by: enhancing the capacity of communities to offer broad-based family supports; using data to inform and align strategies across sectors to address site specific barriers; supporting strategic collaborations with traditional family serving agencies and non-traditional partners; and coordinating, monitoring, and reporting on strategies and outcomes across multi-sector partners. The project period is for 5 years. Closing Date for Applications: Jun 11, 2019
Helping MN manage homelessness related trainings - Minnesota Homelessness Training Hub
MESH (Minnesota Engagement on Shelter and Housing) in partnership with COC (Continuum of Care) regions has launched the “hub” to provide information about homelessness related trainings throughout Minnesota. It’s a place for people who work with homeless clients to be connected to training throughout the state and to offer training or relevant activities for others who might be interested. If YOU are offering training which might be of interest, please feel free to add it to the calendar. The training or activities doesn’t need to be specific to homelessness, just relevant to those who provide service. Or, if you’re looking for new training opportunities, check out the calendar.
Bureau of Prisons Tests Micro-Jamming Technology in South Carolina Prison to Prevent Contraband Cell Phones
This week, the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) conducted a pilot test of micro-jamming technology at the Broad River Correctional Institution in Columbia, S.C. The test – the first collaboration of this kind in a state corrections facility – was conducted to determine if micro-jamming could prevent wireless communication by inmates using contraband cellphones in a housing unit. This test follows two earlier tests at a federal corrections facility in Cumberland, Maryland.
