Under this program, the CJI seeks to improve the functioning of the criminal justice system; improve law enforcement safety, wellness, and resilience practices and strategies that have a direct impact on officers' safety; assist in improving and building stronger community relationships; and assist in building safer communities. A trauma-informed, resilient, and drug free community provides a physical and social environment in which individuals are able to work and achieve to their fullest potential. A trauma informed, resilient, and drug free community also enables law enforcement, treatment providers and other professionals to support individuals in that pursuit of safety, non-linear recovery, and wellness. To accomplish these goals, communities must assess their risk factors, needs, local resources and existing efforts and strategies.
The 2020 State Drug Free Community Fund Pilot Programs priorities for funding are evidence guided or best practice projects.
The programmatic goals of the FY 2020 State Drug Free Community Fund Pilot Programs are to develop, expand, and enhance activities. CJI is seeking applications under four distinct categories:
- Reduce stigma and enhance awareness through evidence-based trainings.
- Support recovery through interventions, activities, or treatment efforts that are trauma-informed and evidence-guided.
- Develop solutions to strengthen communication and knowledge transfer between coalitions.
- Build a toolkit that enhances the capacity of Local Coordinating Councils.
None is available.