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Explore Dr. Jodi Petersen’s insights on applying evidence-based practices for juvenile delinquency interventions, including quality assurance and risk assessments.
VIA Zoom, Dr. Jodi Petersen of Petersen Research Consultants presented on Evidence-Based Best Practices in Juvenile Delinquency Interventions. To watch the presentation, click here. Passcode to view: k&^=g0AM Download the
VIA Zoom, Dr. Jodi Petersen of Petersen Research Consultants presented on Leveraging Risk Assessments for Impactful Case Management. To watch the presentation, click here. Passcode
VIA Zoom, Dr. Jodi Petersen of Petersen Research Consultants presented on navigating risk assessments and diversion screeners, risk assessment for impactful case management, evidence-based best
MAFCA is hosting multiple trainings on Juvenile Justice reform for its membership. Dr. Jodi Petersen of Petersen Research Consultants will be presenting on navigating risk
Mark your calendars for MAFCA’s 2024 events including the Winter Conference, Spring Training Event with NCJFCJ, Summer Conference, and the first-ever Michigan Joint Juvenile Justice Conference. Essential gatherings for those involved in juvenile justice and family court systems.
Macomb County juvenile court officials explain how they have shifted their philosophy and programs to focus more on assessing and providing treatment for youth rather than punitive measures. Read more about the changes and their positive impacts.
The Genesee County Family Court implemented an Intensive Family Support program to provide services and support to at-risk youth and families to improve school engagement and attendance. Read on to learn about their promising practices and results.
MAFCA’s own Ines Straube has been elected the 2023 MCAA Court Administrator of the Year!
Elections for the offices of President, Vice President, and Trustee were held at the joint MAFCA/NMJOA Fall Conference at Bayshore Resort in Traverse City.
The Michigan judiciary will receive $34.6 million in new funding under the just-signed state budget for Fiscal Year 2024 (October 1, 2023 – September 30, 2024) and a supplemental budget for FY 2023.
Collaboration Meeting The MJDA, JJAM, and MAFCA Executive Boards are meeting together in Lansing on May 12. The discussion will include finding ways to support and
Due to the pending winter storm (significant ice and snow), we have made the decision to cancel the in-person conference scheduled in Grand Rapids this
2023 Training Sessions for the MJJAS assessment system have been announced. Continue to see when and how to register.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says she is moving to address the crisis-level shortage of beds in residential facilities for kids in Michigan’s juvenile justice and child welfare systems.
Download and read the report by The Sentencing Project to learn more.
From the September 2022 Michigan CASA Newsletter Cameron Clark is the Family Court Administrator/CASA Volunteer Coordinator in Leelanau County. Cameron graduated from the University of Michigan in 1985
County officials and Judges have long talked about the need for a replacement facility like the planned 48,500 square foot building.
The Michigan Judicial Council (MJC) today released the first-ever strategic agenda and operational plan to help Michigan’s judicial branch become more innovative, effective, and inclusive, improving the court experience for the public going forward.
Task Force recommendations are based on an unprecedented assessment of Michigan’s juvenile justice system and are grounded in what research shows works to improve community safety, reduce disparities, and improve youth outcomes.
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