Dates: September 16 – 21, 2007
Location: Washington, D.C.
Application Deadline: July 13, 2007
Overview
NIJ’s annual Technology Institute for Corrections is designed for corrections managers to learn about and discuss technology initiatives and issues affecting the corrections community.
Agenda
During the weeklong institute, attendees will receive information and assistance about existing and developing technologies, problem solving relating to technology implementation, and exchange technology lessons learned. Attendees also will participate in briefings and demonstrations at various locations in the metropolitan area, which may include agencies within the U.S. Department of Justice, the National Law Enforcement and Corrections Technology Center, and local corrections facilities.
Goals
- Provide participants the opportunity for continual education on technologies applicable to corrections.
- Provide participants the opportunity to meet and interact with other corrections professionals.
- Provide NIJ the opportunity to improve and build on its technology development programs based on participant experience and comments.
Application
Attendance is limited to 25 mid-level managers from State and local corrections and community corrections agencies who are involved with technology and technology initiatives within their departments.
Applications may be obtained online by visiting www.ojp.usdoj.gov/nij/events/techinstitutes/corrections.htm or by contacting Laura Luhn at 800-248-2742 ext.5145 or lluhn@nlectc.org . An agency may submit one application for consideration. Former attendees from previous Institutes will not be considered. The application must be completely filled out for the applicant to be considered. All travel, lodging, and meal expenses for participants are paid by NIJ.
Send completed applications to:
Laura Luhn
Administrative Coordinator
NLECTC-National
2277 Research Blvd., MS-8J
Rockville, MD 20850
Fax: 301-519-5149
Deadline
The deadline for receiving applications is July 13, 2007. All applicants will receive notification by mail as to the decision regarding their application.