JUVENILE JUSTICE ADVISORY BOARD April 8, 2019 Juvenile Justice Oversight Council

1. JUVENILE JUSTICE ADVISORY BOARDApril 8, 2019 Juvenile Justice Oversight Council Dr. Ida Dickie, JJAB Chairperson Laura M. McCauley, Kentucky Juvenile Justice Specialist

2. OBJECTIVES 1. Overview of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act of 1974, as amended on December 21, 2018. 2. Clarification of the relationship between the JJDPA and the Juvenile Justice Advisory Board. • Purpose • Responsibilities • JJAB Organizational Structure and Scopes of Responsibilities • Current Goals and Objectives • Current projects • Projected next steps. 3. Discuss ways in which the Juvenile Justice Advisory Board and the Juvenile Justice Oversight Council can collaborate to enhance juvenile justice in KY.

3. JJDPA 1974 as amended December 21, 2018 • JJAB exists because of the JJDPA • (The) Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act of 1974 (JJDPA), as amended through P.L. 115-385, Enacted December 21, 2018 was passed with strong bi-partisan support, through unanimous consent and signed into law on December 21, 2018. • The JJDPA1974, as amended 12.21.18will be referenced throughout this presentation and can be accessed electronically here.

4. JJDPA JUVENILE JUSTICE AND DELINQUENCY PREVENTION ACT (1974 as amended December 21, 2018) “An Act to provide a comprehensive, coordinated approach to the problems of juvenile delinquency, and for other purposes.” JJDPA Page 1

5. OJJDP: “PURPOSE” 34 U.S.C. 11102 - [Section 102.] Reference: SEC. 102 (1-4) • to supportState, tribal, and local programs that prevent juvenile involvement in delinquent behavior; • to assist State, tribal, and local governments in promoting public safety by encouraging accountability for acts of juvenile delinquency; • to assist State, tribal and local governments in addressing juvenile crime through the provision of technical assistance, research, training, evaluation, and the dissemination of current and relevant information on effective and evidence-based programs for combating juvenile delinquency; and • to support a continuum of evidence-based or promising programs (including delinquency prevention, intervention, mental health, behavioral health and substance abuse treatment, family services, and services for children exposed to violence) that are trauma informed, reflect the science of adolescent development, and are designed to meet the needs of at-risk youth and youth who come into contact with the justice system JJDPA Pages

6. STATE PLAN 34 U.S.C. 11133 Sec.223 Sec.223 (a) • In order to receive formula grant funds under this part, a State shall submit a plan for carrying out its purposes applicable to a 3-year period. • Such plan shall be amended annually, to include new programs, projects and activities. • State shall submit annual performance reports to the Administrator (OJJDP), which shall describe progress in implementing programs contained in the original plan, and • Shall describe how the State plan is supported by or takes account of scientific knowledge regarding adolescent development and behavior and regarding the effects of delinquency prevention programs and juvenile justice interventions and adolescents. • Not later than 60 days after the date on which a plan or amended plan submitted under this subsection is finalized, a State shall make the plan or amended plan publically available by posting the plan or amended plan on the State’s publicly available website. JJDPA Page 18

7. MANDATORY PLANS 34 U.S.C. 11102 - [Section 223.] Reference: SEC. 223 (7)(B) (i-ix) • Gender-specific services • Rural areas prevention/treatment • Alternatives to detention, (status offenders, sexual exploitation, human trafficking etc.) • Reduction of youth in secure detention/correctional – awaiting residential placement. • Engagement of family members in prevention/treatment (post-placement). • Prevention: Community-based interventions. • Promotion of evidence-based and trauma-informed programs and practices. • Elimination of restraint (i.e. pregnant youth). • Compliance with the three core requirements (De-institutionalization or “De-Incarceration” of Status Offenders, Sight/Sound Separation & Jail/Lock-up Removal; Racial & Ethnic Disparities) • Racial and Ethnic Disparities (R.E.D.) (formerly referred to as “DMC”) JJDPA Pages 21 - 22

8. DESIGNATED STATE AGENCY SEC. 223. 34 U.S.C. 11133] (The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice) Reference: SEC. 223 (a) (1-3) (a)(1) designate the State agency, as designated by the chief executive officer of the State of this title, as the sole agency for supervising the preparation and administration of the plan; (a)(2) contain satisfactory evidence that the State agency designated in accordance with paragraph (1) has or will have authority, by legislation if necessary, to implement such plan in conformity with this part; (a)(3) provide for an advisory group, that – (Continued) JJDPA Page 18 - 19

9. JJDPA MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES DEFINED SEC. 223. 34 U.S.C. 11133] Reference: SEC. 223 (a) (3) (A) (i) Law Enforcement and Juvenile Justice • Police • Juvenile Justice Agencies • Juvenile or Family Court Judge • Probation Worker Public Agency • Child Welfare • Social Services • Child & adolescent mental health (licensed/certified) • Education/special education • Youth Services • Child/adolescent substance abuse (licensed/certified) • Services for youth with disabilities • Recreation interventionist/alternatives Private Non-Profit • Preservation & Strengthening of Families Specialty • Parent/Parent Self-Help Groups • Youth Development • Neglected/Dependent Youth • Delinquency Prevention and Treatment • Quality of Juvenile Justice Specialty • Education • Social Services for children/youth • Recreation interventionist/alternatives JJDPA Page 18 - 19

10. JJAB/SAG MEMBERSHIP: (Continued) SEC. 223. 34 U.S.C. 11133] Reference: SEC. 223 (a) (3) (A) (i) • Locally Elected “general purpose” local government official (Minimum of 1) • Volunteers who work with delinquent youth or youth at-risk for delinquency • Programs that are alternatives to incarceration, including programs providing organized recreation. • Person(s) with special experience and competence in addressing problems related to school violence, vandalism, and alternatives to suspension or expulsion. • Person(s) licensed or certified by the applicable State, with expertise and competence in preventing and addressing mental health and substance abuse. • Victim’s or witness advocacy groups, including one (1) with expertise in addressing the challenges of sexual abuse and sexual exploitation and trauma (particularly these characteristics of youth experiences in disproportionate amounts prior to entry into the juvenile justice system). • Indian tribes JJDPA Page 19

11. JJAB/SAG MEMBERSHIP:(Continued) SEC. 223. 34 U.S.C. 11133] Reference: SEC. 223 (a) (3) (A) (i) • The majority of members (including the chairperson) SHALL NOT be full-time employees of Federal, State or Local Government. • At least one-fifth (1/5) of which members shall be under the age of 28 at the time of appointment. • At least three (3) members who have been or currently under the jurisdiction of the juvenile justice system. NEW: If not feasible and in appropriate circumstances, a member who is the parent or guardian of someone who has been or is currently under the jurisdiction of the juvenile justice system. JJDPA Page 19

12. LEGISLATIVE MEMBERSHIP COMPARISONS CURRENT KRS 15A.065. OJJDP – JJDP Act Locally Elected “General Purpose” Local Official (1) Law Enforcement & Juvenile Justice Agency Public Agencies concerned with Delinquency Prevention/Treatment Private Non-Profit: Delinquency Prevention/Treatment focused agency Volunteer working with JJ Involved or At-Risk for JJ Involvement Agency/programs for Alternatives to Incarceration/Including Recreation Intervention Alternatives Specialist/competence in addressing school violence, vandalism & alternatives to expulsion/suspension. Mental Health/Substance Abuse Licensed-Certified Youth Specialist Victims Advocate or Specialist – one, at least, specializing in sexual exploitation/traumatization 5% Youth Membership on Board • (3) Former Participant JJ Systems Involved • Department of Juvenile Justice Employee • Cabinet for Health & Family Services Employee • Detention Alternative Program Director • Department of Public Advocacy Employee • Department of Education Employee • Administrative Office of the Courts Employee • Private Non-Profit Representative (Youth Serving Agency) • Local Juvenile Delinquency Prevention Council Representative • Circuit Court Judge Association Member • District Court Judge Association Member • County Attorney Association Member • Business Community (Not associated with any other represented group) • Parent (Not associated with any other group) • Youth Advocate • Victim of a Crime (Committed by a juvenile) • Local School District Special Education (Administrator) • Peace Officer (Not associated with any other group) • College or University Professor (Specializing in law, criminology, corrections, psychology or similar discipline) • 5% Youth Membership on Board

13. JJAB/State Advisory Group Membership SEC. 223. 34 U.S.C. 11133] Reference: SEC. 223 (a) (3) (A) (i) • Members shall consist of not less than 15 and not more than 33 members. • Members are appointed by the Chief Executive Office of the State (Governor). • Members will be individuals who have training, experience or special knowledge concerning: • Adolescent Development • Prevention & Treatment of Delinquency • Administration of Juvenile Justice • Reduction of Juvenile Justice JJDPA Page 18 - 20

14. JJAB/STATE ADVISORY GROUP SEC. 223. 34 U.S.C. 11133] Reference: SEC. 223 (a) (3) (B, C, D and E) (The Designated State Agency) Provides for an advisory group that—” JJDPA Page 18 - 20 (B) Shall participate in the development and review of the State’s juvenile justice plan, prior to submission to the supervisory board (the Commissioner of DJJ) for final action. (C) Shall be afforded the opportunity to review and comment, not later than 45 days after their submission to the advisory group, on all juvenile justice and delinquency prevention grant applications submitted to the State agency designated under paragraph (1); (D) Shall, consistent with this subchapter— (i) Advise the State agency designated under paragraph (1) and its supervisory board (Commissioner); (ii) submit to the chief executive officer and the legislature of the State, at least every two (2) years, a report and necessary recommendations regarding State compliance with the core requirements; and (iii) Contact and seek regular input from juveniles currently under the jurisdiction of the juvenile justice system; and (E) may, consistent with this subchapter— (i) advise the State supervisory board (Commissioner) and local criminal justice advisory board composition; and (ii) review progress and accomplishments of projects funded under the State plan.

15. Historical Perspectives: Juvenile Justice Advisory Board JUVENILE JUSTICE ADVISORY BOARD JJAB JUVENILE JUSTICE ADVISORY COMMITTEE JJAC 1997 – Response to non-compliance status with the JJDPA/OJJDP. Membership reflected federal requirements. Focus: Federal fund distributions Core Requirement Compliance Alternatives to Detention 1996 - HB 117 created the JJAB. EO 96-1429 - 23 original members 1997 - Operational Focus: DJJ Progress Updates-Monitoring Legislative/Policy Recommendations JAIBG Spending Plans CJJPG Delinquency Prevention • October 2001 - recommended merge • June 30, 2002, HB 144 – “JJAB”/always “advisory” in statute • Fall, 2002 – first meeting of merged Board,

16. Kentucky’s State Advisory GroupOperationally Defined

17. JJAB PURPOSE • Advise the Designated State Agency (DJJ – Commissioner) • Report and make recommendations to the chief executive officer (Governor) and the legislature of the State, regarding State compliance with the core requirements (at least every two years) • Seek regular input from juveniles justice stakeholders including youth.

18. JJAB MISSION STATEMENT JJABMISSION STATEMENT The Juvenile Justice Advisory Board is committed to enhancing the quality of life for all youth in the Commonwealth by actively advising the Governor, policymakers and the public on matters related to improving system of care, enhancing interagency community collaboration, and promoting effective programming necessary to serve the whole child.

19. JJAB ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE & MEMBERSHIP

20. JJAB SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

21. KENTUCKY: 2018 – 2020 Strategic Plan Goals GOAL 1: Develop and sustain a viable, accountable, and well-functioning advisory board. GOAL 2: Continually assess and address needs associated with juvenile justice issues in Kentucky. GOAL 3: Serve as a leading resource for best practices, including prevention models and strategies that advance the mission of the JJAB.

22. KENTUCKY: 2018 – 2020 Strategic Plan Goals (Continued) GOAL 4: To advance equity for minority youth groups, related to juvenile justice system involvement and service provisions. GOAL 5: Build the overall capacity for individuals, groups and communities to address issues relevant to juvenile justice. GOAL 6: Maintain awareness of compliance with the core requirements of the JJDPA.

23. MANDATORYKENTUCKY THREE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN • Three year plans: Current: 2018 - 2020 Upcoming: 2021 - 2023 • Mandated comprehensive state Juvenile Justice Needs Assessment which informs: • Development of strategic planning goals and objectives • Focused program area(s) determinations • Distribution of associated funding to address identified needs • Examination of acquired information October strategic plan development retreat. • Acquisition of viable, necessary information and data is on-going. • Next plan will be due to the OJJDP (likely) by Fall of 2020.

24. HISTORICAL FUNDING SUMMARIESTitle II Federal Formula Grant ProgramTitle V Federal Delinquency Prevention ProgramCommunity Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention State Funding Program

28. CURRENT FUNDED TITLE II PROGRAMS Children’s Home of Northern Kentucky - Covington/Campbell County Program: Pillars of Support Foothills Academy - Monticello/Wayne & Clinton Counties Program: Collaboration and Prevention Supports Hope Hill Youth Services - Hope Hill/Montgomery County Program: The Finding Hope Project Light of Chance - Madisonville/Hopkins County Program: Breathe Arts Program Western Kentucky University - Hardin County Program: Hardin County BRIDGES - DMC and Restorative Justice Project YMCA Safe Place Services - Louisville/Jefferson Program: Opportunity Program

29. JJAB/ JJOC Recreate the collaborative relationship between the JJAB and JJOC. • Complimentary and coordinated efforts to obtain pertinent information and data that informs the development of a viable strategic plan. • Appointment of the JJAB Chairperson or designee to the JJOC. Updated JJAB membership and other Kentucky legislative changes. • Support for recruitment of membership that have training, experience or special knowledge concerning: • Adolescent Development • Prevention & Treatment of Delinquency • Administration of Juvenile Justice • Reduction of Juvenile Justice • Add a “facility-youth” generalized membership category, to support the youth-voice integrated learning project and mandatory requirement for juvenile justice program youth input. • Support for expedition of the appointment process, through legislation. • State Interagency Council (SIAC) Access to pertinent and meaningful agency/organizational data. • Shared resources (i.e. presentations, data etc.) • Juvenile Justice Needs Assessment and State plans.

30. QUESTIONS/DISCUSSION