Your voice is important as we confront challenges to public health and safety here within the District of Columbia. You are cordially invited to the CJCC's Fall Public Meeting, where we will discuss synthetic drugs and the issues they present to our community.
On Tuesday, April 22, 2014, the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council hosted a Public Meeting at the Columbia Heights Educational Center. The public meeting provided the members/stakeholders with an opportunity to receive input from community members about the issues that concern them as the summer season approaches.
This report provides an overview of crime and the administration of justice in the District’s criminal justice system between 2009 and 2014.
The CJCC created a Directory of Housing Resources for Returning Citizens and District of Columbia Housing Authority Frequently Asked Questions for Persons Seeking Housing Assistance. The following housing directory is a compilation of available housing options for citizens returning to the District of Columbia from incarceration.
The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council invites you to our Annual Spring Public Meeting to discuss creating a safe summer environment for everyone. Please come out and join us.
Creating a Safe Summer Environment for Everyone
Show Up - Speak Out, and Help Us
Support You, Your Family, and Community
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Columbia Heights Educational Campus - Auditorium
3101 – 16th Street, NW
The CJCC, along with juvenile justice stakeholders, staff working with system-involved youth, community-based organizations, parent and youth leaders, hosted the fourth annual Juvenile Justice Summit: Transforming Youth, Families, and the Juvenile Justice System to Build a Stronger and Healthier Community. This juvenile justice summit attracted over 200 participants and for the first time in its history included an all day Youth Leadership Track.
The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council invites you to a Public Safety Dialogue. Come participate in a public safety discussion with the District’s justice officials about issues that matter to you on Thursday, November 14, 2013 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at
Dunbar High School
Auditorium
The Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS) is committed to promoting public safety through the effective rehabilitation of the youth in its care. Through effective engagement, proper supervision and appropriate treatment, DYRS has a direct role in guiding court-involved youth toward better decision-making. The data for the first six months of calendar year 2013 show continued public safety gains for DYRS youth. For more information, review the DYRS 2013 Mid-Year Public Safety Update.
