OJJDP News @ a Glance, June 2024
The June newsletter highlights a recent increase in the nonfatal violent victimization rate for youth, Administrator Liz Ryan’s remarks at the Coalition for Juvenile Justice annual conference, and the work of OJJDP’s Pride Justice Resource Center.
Financial Fraud of Older Adults
Financial fraud of older adults occurs when a perpetrator obtains the voluntary provision of personal information, property, or monetary resources from adults aged 60 or older through duplicitous tactics. Every year, older adults lose more than $36 billion to financial fraud.
Now Accepting Nominations
The nomination period is now open for the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor. Agency heads can nominate law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency services officers who have demonstrated extraordinary acts of courage and contributions beyond the call of duty.
Safe Communities
Every few years, it’s wise for organizations to step back and reflect on their mission, goals and strategic plan. We began that review in 2021 and saw an opportunity to build on our core approach to community safety.
Now Accepting Nominations
The National Crime Victims’ Service Awards recognize individuals, programs, and organizations that demonstrate outstanding achievements or extraordinary acts in support of victims and survivors and expand access to justice across all communities. Submit your nominations by Thursday, August 1, 2024.
Grant Application Resource Guide
This resource contains information to help you prepare and submit applications for OJP funding and offers guidance on award administration.
Learn about JustGrants, DOJ's Grants Management System
Access information about JustGrants, including news updates, resources and training opportunities for applicants and recipients of DOJ grant awards, and other forms of federal financial assistance.