Volume 5, No. 3                                    Circulation 5,000

March, 2007

In This Issue: 

• The Monthly Highlight

• Local, State and National News

• Funding, Resources and Partnership Tips and Ideas

• Trainings, Events and Conferences on a State and National Level

• Resources and Publications

• Get Involved and Take Action

• Federal Youth Court Program Highlights

• www.youthcourt.net Highlights

• A Little Bit of This & That

• Get and Stay Connected

The Monthly Highlight

National and Global Youth Service Day
April 20-22, 2007

Five Tips

1. Encourage your Youth Court and Teen Court Network to Register National & Global Youth Service Day Projects
Project organizers can register service projects at www.YSA.org/nysd, enabling Youth Service America to highlight these projects through our international media campaign.  Projects will appear on the online National & Global Youth Service Day U.S. map.  On the map, you will see projects already registered.  This is a great way to publicize your organization's events.

2. Issue a Press Release Highlighting your Leadership of National & Global Youth Service Day and Projects Led by your Youth Court and Teen Court
For more information or assistance, please contact Christina Wessell Batcheler, Youth Service America's Manager of Communications, at cwessell@ysa.org.

3. Post the National & Global Youth Service Day Logo and Web Banners on your Local and State Youth Court and Teen Court Website
Youth Service America is pleased to provide you with a special version of the National & Global Youth Service Day logo, specifically for National Partners. View the logo at http://www.ysa.org/images/NYSDpartnerlogo.gif.

You can also download html code for new National & Global Youth Service Day web banners at http://www.ysa.org/nysd/resource/images.cfm.

Click on the links below to view sample banners:
http://www.ysa.org/images/NGYSDLeaderboard728x90.jpg
http://www.ysa.org/images/NGYSDSkyscraper120x600.jpg

4. Engage Public Officials in your National & Global Youth Service Day Events
Ask public officials to participate in a project and ask them to issue a proclamation declaring National & Global Youth Service Day. You will find links to a number of our resources and tip sheets at http://tinyurl.com/2vn7ts. For more information or assistance, please contact Ross Wilson, Youth Service America's Director of Government Relations, at rwilson@ysa.org.

5. Disseminate and Promote Free National & Global Youth Service Day Materials
2007 National & Global Youth Service Day Planning Tool Kits, Service-Learning Curriculum Guides, and Posters are available in print and for download at http://www.ysa.org/nysd/resource. Order free copies to disseminate to programs in your state, or share this link so they can request materials.

• The Planning Tool Kit is a comprehensive guide to help project planners identify their projects, recruit volunteers, generate media attention, raise funds, and more.
• The Service-Learning Curriculum Guide contains eight lessons to develop students' project management skills while planning projects for National & Global Youth Service Day.
• Classroom Posters are colorful tools to recruit volunteers and decorate project sites. The back of the poster contains a guide for teachers and activity sheets for students.

Local, State and National News

Local News

A New Map of America Documents the Record 1,200 plus Local Youth Courts in America
http://www.youthcourt.net/national_listing/YouthCourts-April2006.pdf

State News

State of Tennessee
Tennessee Youth Court Program Awarded $5,000 Grant http://www.tba.org/youthcourt/index.html
The Tennessee Youth Court Program was honored during a national meeting of youth court leaders in Washington. The National Youth Court Center and the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention recognized the Tennessee program and its coordinator, Anjanette Eash, for work in supporting and promoting youth courts in the state.

Forty (40) youth court volunteers spend the day at the State Capitol. These youth and adult volunteers took part in the 2^nd Annual Tennessee Youth Court Day on the Hill in Nashville. Those attending observed committee meetings met with their legislators and toured the State Capitol. Members of the Wilson County and Jackson/Madison County Teen Courts also worked on forming a youth advisory board for the Tennessee Youth Court Program. Youth courts, also known as teen courts or peer courts, allow teens to adjudicate their peers in a courtroom setting.

State of Arizona
AZ Teen Court Youth Summit planned for May 1^st and May 2^nd
For more information, please contact Ms. Kay Lapid kay.lapid@azflse.org or (602) 340-7260.

State of Texas
2007 Texas Teen Court Conference is scheduled for November 4-7, 2007 in Austin, Texas.  For more information contact Jo Ann Wilder, Conference Chair at jwilder100@austin.rr.com or (512) 303-5549.  All Roads Lead to Austin!

State of California
California Youth Court Summit scheduled for June 22-24, 2007.  For more information please contact Mr. Patrick Danna Patrick.danna@jud.ca.gov or (415) 865-7992.

State of New York
On April 2, 2007, the Association of New York State Youth Courts launched a newly updated web site located at www.NYSYouthCourts.org. "The Association felt it was time for a change in the way the web site looked and the information it provides for our membership," 2nd VP/Treasurer Stacey Whiteley stated. "We are looking to our web site to promote the Association and encourage NYS Youth Courts to become involved with the Association.” The updated site features a news and events section, a roll-over map that will give the user instant information regarding youth courts in the area they are interested in, a photo gallery chronicling the development of the Association, a FAQ’s section that will answer some common questions about the Association, membership information, and contact information for all NYS Youth Courts and ANYSYC Officers.   A special membership access area will be up for use by the summer of 2007 and a library of training materials and forms that can be downloaded by users will be available by fall 2007.

State of Utah
The 10^th Annual Utah State Youth Court Conference is scheduled for June 20-23, 2007 in St. George, Utah.  For more information contact Ms. Kathleen Zeitlin at slpcourt@xmission.com or (801) 322-1815.

National News

2007 is already proving a RECORD YEAR for the National Youth Court Movement. Record Number of Local Programs in America
The number of local youth courts, teen court, peer courts, student courts has now surpassed a record 1,200 local youth courts across America. The National Movement continues and appears to be gaining increased momentum after three years of continued growth – albeit – less than in the previous six years. Local, regional and state efforts and support are increasing in almost every geographic area of the United States thanks in large part to the record number of youth and adult volunteers and the amazing and often selfless efforts of the adult staff operating local programs while increasingly taking on even more volunteer responsibilities as they mobilize and champion the cause on regional, state and national levels.

Record Numbers of State Youth Court Associations and State Networking Groups in America
The number of States that now have formal and informal State Youth Court Associations and State Networking Groups supporting local youth courts, teen courts, student courts and peer courts now numbers a record twenty-one (21) across America. About twelve (12) are non-profits like Texas and Florida and Maryland. Several others are operated by State Administering agencies such as the Kentucky Administrative Office of the Courts and the Tennessee Bar Association. Yet, others are operated by a group of local youth court and teen court coordinators and directors who meet several times a year and plan several activities.  Seventeen (17) of the states are listed here: http://www.youthcourt.net/resources/associations.htm

The other four to be included soon are: California, Idaho, Louisiana, and Indiana.

Upcoming Training to Establish State Associations and State Networking Groups
A team approach training will be announced shortly by OJJDP and our federal partners for those other states that do not have associations yet, those states that have five or more local youth courts, teen courts, peer courts and/or student courts. This training will take place October 28-31, 2007 in Washington, DC and partial scholarships will be available to off-set travel and registrations costs as OJJDP/USDOJ and our federal partners like NHTSA/USDOT and OSDFS/USDOE strive to support the establishment of the more state networking groups and associations to further enhance the local, state and national movement through networking of local youth court and teen court leaders. The application to apply to participate in this partially subsidized training will be mailed in June of 2007. Participants will be notified of acceptance in August of 2007 based on a fair and reasonable criteria still being determined. Only 50 slots are available given funding availability to support this effort to help local youth court professionals afford to come to this training. If you are getting this e-update – you will be notified. You may contact Scott Peterson at scott.peterson2@usdoj.gov with any questions.

Funding, Resources, and Partnership Tips and Ideas

Nonprofit Support through Online Shopping
www.fundlinkllc.com
Fundlink is an online shopping service through which over 1,400 merchants pay royalties to selected nonprofit organizations when patrons make purchases through the site. This new shopping concept is an innovative way to increase unrestricted funds for nonprofit organizations. To see an example of how Fundlink works, visit www.fundlinkllc.com and click on one of the merchants listed. Organizations interested in finding out how they can benefit from this service should contact Erv at erv.faubion@fundlinkllc.com or call (770) 642-2232. Note: Due to a limited supply of its publication "Discover Total Resources: A Guide for Nonprofits," Mellon Financial Corporation is not able to respond to requests for printed copies of this seven-chapter document. Copies of the guide can be downloaded at no cost from Mellon's website.

Grants for Youth Courts to involve Youth in Planting Trees and more!
http://www.ecs.org
Proposals are due April 30

Project Learning Tree is expanding its GreenWorks! service-learning program. This year, $100,000 will be awarded to schools and youth organizations for environmental neighborhood improvement projects that INVOLVE YOUTH with their community.

National Registry of Evidence Based-Programs Publication Released
 http://www.nrepp.samhsa.gov/
The National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices (NREPP) has been expanded and is now accessible online. Intended for community organizations and State and local officials, NREPP is a searchable database with up-to-date, reliable information on the scientific basis and practicality of interventions for prevention and treatment of substance use and mental health disorders. Users can perform custom searches to identify specific interventions based on desired outcomes, target populations, and service settings. All interventions listed are reviewed and rated by independent experts. Two ratings are provided on each intervention—one for the quality of research supporting specific outcomes, and the second for the availability of implementation and training materials to support adoption of the intervention in routine service settings. Sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and originally created in the 1990s, NREPP was redesigned based on input from scientific communities, service providers, expert panels, and the public. For more information about NREPP ratings, how to use NREPP to identify specific interventions, or how to submit an intervention for review, visit the NREPP.

300 Free Law Day Kits Available for Youth Courts Only - Law Day is May 1, 2007
http://www.abanet.org/publiced/lawday/nosearch/ldkits.shtml
The American Bar Association and OJJDP are making 300 free Law Day kits available to local youth courts, teen courts, peer courts and student courts for Law Day this May 1^st, 2007. Already, 214 kits have been sent to local programs, Law Day is a popular project for youth courts. Only eighty-six (86) Law Day kits remain and they are being given out for free on a fist come first serve basis.

Newman's Own Charitable Foundation
http://www.newmansown.com/
Deadline: Sept. 1 each year
Offers grants to nonprofits, schools, hospitals and other 501(c)(3) public benefit organizations. Eligible grant categories include: the arts, children and youth, health, education, the elderly, environment, the handicapped, literacy, substance abuse education, programs for the needy including housing and food, but no funding for individuals or scholarships. For more information contact Newman's Own Foundation Inc., 246 Post Rd. E., Westport, CT 06880.

Staples Foundation for Learning http://www.staplesfoundation.org/foundapplication.html
The mission of Staples Foundation for Learning is to provide funding to programs that support or provide job skills and/or education for all people, with a special emphasis on disadvantaged youth.

Nonprofits Raised $5 Billion Online in 2006 – Are You Getting Your Share?
www.NetworkforGood.org
NetworkforGood.org, in partnership with GrantStation, is offering the GrantStation Insider Readers a discounted rate for the Network for Good online donation service, Custom DonateNow. For only a $99 set up fee (regularly $199) and $29.95 a month organizations can get started collecting donations online. Sign up by April 30, 2007, with the discount code GRANT99 to receive the discounted set up fee. To sign up for this service or to learn more about Custom DonateNow visit the Network for Good website listed above or call (415) 561-7824.

Applications Being Accepted for Project Ignition Grants
http://www.sfprojectignition.com/
Project Ignition is a partnership between NYLC and State Farm to promote teen driver safety. The winner of Project Ignition receives a $10,000 grant from State Farm, 25 applicants receive a $2,000 grant and the top 10 receive a $5,000 travel stipend to the National Service-Learning Conference to see who will win the Best of the Best. The deadline for submissions is April 15, 2007. To learn more, visit the above website.

State Farm/MADD Good Decisions Service-Learning Grants
http://www.pypm.org
State Farm and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) are pleased to offer ten $1000 grants can be used to develop local service-learning projects for the 2007-2008 school year. The service-learning projects must address one of three topics: underage alcohol use prevention, vehicle safety, and adult impaired driving. Applicants must be a school-based or community-based organization working with youth ages 5-25 and fulfill State Farm’s service-learning criteria. The deadline for grant applications is May 1, 2007. To learn more, visit the website listed above.

Trainings, Events and Conferences on a State and National Level

New - National Double-Track Youth Court Training Announced
On June 10-13, 2007, in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), in collaboration with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Office of Safe and Drug Free Schools, and the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges, is sponsoring the National Double Track Youth Court Training.

Track one is designed for communities interested in establishing a youth court program and for new youth court staff and volunteers. Track two is designed for experienced youth court staff and volunteers seeking innovative techniques to enhance current programs.  Early registration is recommended, as space is limited for this 2^nd National Training for local youth courts, teen courts, peer courts and student courts. The 1^st National Double-Track Training took place January 2007 and was filled to capacity with 150 registrants - plus a waiting list - so register soon to be part of this exciting training. You will leave feeling revitalized and full of new ideas from your peers and trainers. To obtain additional information about this training session and register online, visit http://www.youthcourt.net/training_ta/current.htm.

White House Regional Conferences on Faith-Based and Community
The White House Regional Conferences on Faith-Based and Community Initiatives will be held next month in Phoenix, Arizona. The dates are May 15-16, 2007.  The event will take place at the Phoenix Convention Center, 100 North Third Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004.

The White House will host this conference in Phoenix, Arizona to help social service organizations learn more about President Bush's Faith-Based and Community Initiative. These conferences are geared towards faith-based and community organizations that have no history of applying for government grants, as well as those who have applied, but have not yet been successful.

The conferences provide participants with a general overview of the Faith-Based and Community Initiative, information about the government grants process, available funding opportunities, and an overview of the legal responsibilities that come with the receipt of Federal funds. This conference is free, but pre-registration is required.  Registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Visit www.fbci.gov to register online. It is strongly recommended that you register online. If you are unable to register online, please call (202) 456-6708 to have a form faxed to you. The deadline for registration is Tuesday, May 1st. If you must cancel your registration, please send an email to fbci@dtihq.com or call the number above so that we may accommodate as many people as possible.

For more information, please call (202) 456-6708, send an email to fbci@dtihq.com or visit www.fbci.gov.

April 22-27 - R.I.S.E. UP Wisconsin! (Ride to Inspire Student Engagement) – Wisconsin
http://www.riseupwisc.org

April 23-24 – After-School Alliance After-School Challenge - Washington, DC
http://www.afterschoolalliance.org/

May 2-4 - National Foster Care Conference - St. Petersburg, Florida
http://www.danielkids.org/sites/web/content.cfm?id=275

May 16 - 19 - Boys and Girls Clubs of America National Conference Orlando, Florida
http://www.bgca.org/

May 19 - Hope Worldwide Global Summit - Dulles, Virginia
http://www.hopeww.org/globalsummit/s2announce.html

May 29 - June 3 - U.S. Institute of Peace - Washington, DC
http://www.usip.org/ed/seminars/ccfs.html

June 9 - August 4 - Institute on Philanthropy - Washington, DC
http://www.dcinternships.org/IPVS

June 14, 2007 - 3rd Annual Service-Learning Symposium: From Making Connections to Making Commitments: Improving Pedagogy, Engaging Students, and Building Communities - Cullowhee, North Carolina
http://www.wcu.edu/studentd/service_learning/symposium/index.html

June 22 - City Year Graduation - Multiple Locations
http://www.cityyear.org/getinvolved/events/graduation.cfm

June 28-29 - Great Kids Summit - Louisville, Kentucky
http://www.kychildnow.org/

July 16-18 - National Conference on Volunteering and Service - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
http://www.volunteeringandservice.org/submission.cfm
 
July 24-27 - Generations United International Conference - Washington, DC
http://www.gu.org/GU_Co12281388.asp

July 29 - August 1, 2007 STARS National Conference - Colorado State University Fort Collins
http://www.friendsfirst.org/unleashed

August (2008) - World Youth Congress - Quebec City, Canada
http://www.peacechild.org/  

October 3 - 5 - National Conference on Preventing Crime: Helping Build Safer Communities - Atlanta, Georgia
http://www.ncpc.org/training/National_Conference.php

October 7-9 - International Research Conference on Service-Learning and Community Engagement - Tampa, Florida
http://www.floridacompact.org/irsl

October 21-23 - Independent Sector Annual Conference - Los Angeles, California http://www.independentsector.org/annualconference  

Resources and Publications

2005 State-by-State Data
NHTSA’s National Center for Statistics and Analysis has released 2005 State-by-State data on alcohol-related traffic fatalities. The statistics underscore that drunk driving is the deadliest of crimes. To view the data, go to: http://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/pdf/nrd-30/NCSA/RNotes/2006/810686.pdf.

2005 Quick Facts
NHTSA’s National Center for Statistics and Analysis has also released the 2005 version of Quick Facts.  This version has been updated to reflect the most recent exposure information from the Federal Highway Administration and information about fatalities that involve drivers with BACs of .08 or more.

State Legislative Fact Sheets
The 2007 State Legislative Fact Sheets are available. They cover many impaired driving laws, including Administrative License Revocation, Repeat Offenders, High BAC, Sobriety Checkpoints, Open Container, BAC Test Refusal and others. The fact sheets can be viewed at http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/portal/site/nhtsa/
menuitem.e649cd1b2b018c71d8eca01046108a0c/.

Highway Safety Program Guidelines
On Tuesday, February 6, 2007, a Federal Register notice was published proposing revisions to six new Highway Safety Program Guidelines, including Guideline No. 5 Non-Commercial Driver Licensing (formerly Driver Licensing); Guideline No. 7 Judicial and Court Services (formerly Traffic Courts) and Guideline No. 10 Traffic Records.

The Nation's Top Strategies to Stop Impaired Driving
NHTSA has updated and reprinted its brochure entitled, "The Nation's Top Strategies to Stop Impaired Driving." The strategies include high visibility enforcement, support for prosecutors and DWI courts, alcohol screening and brief intervention and primary seat belt laws (because seat belt use is the best defense against a drunk driver). To view the brochure, go to http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/people/injury/alcohol/StrategiesStopID/index.html

Law Enforcement Advanced DUI/DWI Reporting System (LEADRS)
With assistance from NHTSA, the Texas Municipal Police Association has developed a Law Enforcement Advanced DUI/DWI Reporting System (LEADRS), a web-based records management system designed specifically for DUI/DWI enforcement. The system is designed to be implemented on a state-by-state basis and has been shown to reduce the time to complete paperwork by more than 50 percent.

Extra Eyes Publication
NHTSA has published a report entitled, “Citizen Reporting of DUI – Extra Eyes to Identify Impaired Driving,” which describes a program initiated in Montgomery County, Maryland, under which citizens were trained to help law enforcement officers detect potential impaired drivers. The study found that the program helped to motivate officers and intensify enforcement productivity. It also helped bridge relationships between law enforcement and members of the general public. The report can be viewed at: http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/people/injury/alcohol/ExtraEyes/.

U.S. Surgeon General Call to Action on Underage Drinking
On March 6, 2007, the Acting U.S. Surgeon General announced a Call to Action to Prevent and Reduce Underage Drinking. The Call to Action seeks to increase the visibility of underage drinking issues and lead to action by Federal Government, national organizations, States, local communities and the public. For further information, go to www.stopalcoholabuse.gov.

Get Involved and Take Action

National Law Day is May 1^st  - Get Involved
In 1961, Congress designated May 1 as Law Day. The theme for this year's celebration is "Liberty Under Law: Empowering Youth, Assuring Democracy." As customary, the American Bar Association offers a number of resources designed to enhance Law Day's observance, including a Planning Guide. To obtain further information about Law Day, including the Planning Guide and other resources, visit http://www.abanet.org/publiced/lawday/2007/home.shtml.

APRIL:
April 15-21 - National Volunteer Week; http://www.pointsoflight.org   
April 20-22 - National & Global Youth Service Day; http://www.YSA.org, http://www.gysd.org  
April 22 - Earth Day; http://www.earthday.net/

MAY:
May (month) – National Youth Traffic Safety Month; http://www.noys.org
May 1 - Law Day; http://www.abanet.org/publiced/lawday/theme2007.shtml
May 8 - National Teacher Day; http://www.nea.org/teacherday/index.html
May 13-20 - National AmeriCorps Week; http://www.americorps.org/

JUNE:
June 3 - 10 - National NeighborWorks Week; http://www.nw.org/network/home.asp
June 5 - World Environment Day; http://www.unep.org/wed
June 6 - National Hunger Awareness Day; http://www.nw.org/network/home.asp

JULY:
July 20 - Special Olympics Day; http://www.specialolympics.org

AUGUST:
August 7 - National KidsDay; http://www.kidsday.net/

SEPTEMBER:
September (month) - National Youth Court Month; http://www.youthcourt.net/
September 11 - My Good Deed; http://www.mygooddeed.org/
September 15 - 17 - Clean Up the World Weekend; http://www.unep.org/
September 16 - National Neighborhood Day; http://www.neighborhoodday.org/index_flash.asp
September 17-24 - Constitution Week; http://www.constitutioncenter.org/

www.youthcourt.net Highlights

Resources
The following are some resource materials available that may assist you in learning more about youth courts or in developing or enhancing youth courts in your local area or state. Click on the appropriate link to view the resource.

Frequently Asked Questions New Coordinator Information Request for Information Responses National Facts and Stats Sample Youth Court Forms Funding Ideas and Grant Writing Tips Program Evaluation Youth Court Legislation State Youth Court Associations/Networking Groups Scholarships and Awards National Youth Service Day Resolutions in Support of Youth Court PowerPoint Presentations Sample Program Development Timeline Program Development Goals and Tasks Chart Recruitment Posters

A Little Bit of This & That

Ketchikan, Alaska
High school senior Kenny Pearson won Alaska Governor Palin’s prestigious Volunteer Award for 2007. Kenny Pearson is President of the Board of Directors of the Ketchikan Youth Court in Alaska and he will be recognized by Governor Sarah Palin as Governor's Outstanding Volunteer of the Year Award at a ceremony on April 23, 2007. His contributions bring increased attention to not only youth courts in Alaska – but to the record 125,000 plus youth volunteering now annually across America in local youth courts, teen courts, peers courts and student courts. “It is rare in this day of age to come across a teenager who finds kind words to say about everyone” is how this young man is described. Way to go Kenny and congratulations from your peers across America. An added “shout out” to the director of the Ketchikan Youth Court in Alaska and her adult volunteers – way to go Gretchen Klein.

Looking for Ten (10) Young Heroes who Exemplify Youth-Led Service
http://www.barronprize.org/
Applications Due:  April 30, 2007
The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes recognizes ten outstanding young leaders who have led, developed, and implemented a significant service project in the previous year while demonstrating a positive spirit and high moral purpose. Winners receive $2,000 each to be applied to their service projects or higher education. Five selected leaders will have focused on helping their communities and fellow beings; five will have focused on protecting the health and sustainability of the environment. Nominations from unrelated adults will be accepted on behalf of youth aged 8 to 18 who are legal residents of the U.S. or Canada. Nominations must be submitted by April 30, 2007. Additional details are available on the website provided above.

6th National Youth Court/ Teen Court Month is this
September – 2007 Theme Announced!
At a recent meeting of over eighty (80) youth and teen court local, regional and state leaders - the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention of the U.S. Department of Justice asked these professionals to pick a theme for the over 1,200 plus record local youth courts, teen courts, peer courts, and student courts across America and the hundreds of thousands involved.  A formal kit and much, much more will be coming by May 2, 2007 after local youth courts and teen courts have completed activities for National Youth Service Day in April and Law Day on May 1^st.

The Winning Theme is for 2007 is ....
“Empowering Youth – Experiencing Justice”

Make the commitment now – this is the year you will join the record numbers of local programs across America who are standing up tall and bringing increased attention to the National Youth Justice Movement while recruiting more volunteers – both youth and adults.

Who are your U.S. Senators?
Who is your Member in the House of Representative?
Learn who your U.S. Senators, Representatives, and other elected officials are. Teach your youth volunteers and offenders who they are and plan activities around it. A great activity for Law Day is to have your youth and adults involved in your local program educate your members of congress about your local program and how it serves the community. This information regarding locating who your elected officials are can be found at www.congress.org. Simply enter your zip code in the search box to find the information for your area.

America’s Promise Now Accepting Applications for the 2007-2008 National Youth Partnership Team
America's Promise is now accepting applications for the 2007-2008 National Youth Partnership Team. Each year the team is built of 15 students between the ages of 14-22 from across the nation. Team members are a national sounding board and leadership body for America's Promise. Members also attend two meetings in Washington D.C., represent America's Promise as spokespeople and trainers, and help to raise awareness nationally about the 5 Promises. To learn more, email Katie at KatieP@americaspromise.org or visit http://www.americaspromise.com

Get and Stay Connected

The Federal Youth Court Program is administered by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention in collaboration with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Office of Safe and Drug Free Schools. This program provides overall national coordination, training and technical assistance, publications, and a wide range of other services to the now over 1,200 local youth court and teen court programs in forty-nine states and the District of Columbia. Current partner agencies include the American Bar Association, National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges and the Phi Alpha Delta Public Service Center which administers the federally funded and sponsored National Youth Court Task Force Project to establish the new National Association of Youth Courts in 2007.

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NAYC News: Monthly E-Update Written by:

Scott Bernard Peterson, United States Department of Justice
Email: scott.peterson2@usdoj.gov                                 

Britney Batz, Project Coordinator
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