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The American Probation and Parole Association (APPA) is pleased to announce a special, one-day Women’s Symposium entitled, “STRONGER TOGETHER: Lifting Each Other to Higher Ground” to take place on Saturday, August 26, 2023, during APPA’s 48th Annual Training Institute. The goals of the Women’s Symposium are to bring likeminded community corrections women together to visualize their full potential as leaders; develop strategies for maintaining work/life balance; and assess their careers to make realistic, practical plans for their personal and professional future endeavors.
During this one-day event, participants will take part in the following relevant, interactive sessions all designed to propel them forward in various aspects of their lives:
*Registration for the training institute is required.
To register, visit the 48th Annual Training Institute Online Registration page. Under “Optional Event Fees”, select “Women's Symposium.”
Training Objective: Describe how to assist all those that are affected by criminal justice, helping with employment opportunities and education while considering behavior or substance abuse issues.
Training Objective: Demonstrate what culture-based training looks like, provide examples of cognitive strength training used to combat recidivism, and dismantle deconstructive strategies in favor of criminogenic restructuring approaches
Training Objective: Gain insight into the coach/ref model for change, learn the core concepts of success planning, and have an opportunity to practice/train on the success plan before taking it to the live game.
Training Objective: Describing core correctional skills, their main features, and how to use them in practice, conduct the first interview, use role clarification, self-disclosure, optimism, and humor, and recognize and practice level three of empathy.
Training Objective: Explain basic MI concepts in short microbursts and provide opportunities for students to practices Open Questions, Affirmation, Reflection and Summary with an MI coach, and provide a comfortable environment for participants to receive feedback from an MI coach and person simulating a justice involved individual.
Training Objective: We often speak about the fact that it takes a village to raise a child. This panel will discuss the efforts Los Angeles County has made in actualizing a village like approach to supporting youth in the newly legislated TRI Academy - SYTF.
Training Objective: Define trauma-informed, trauma-responsive, and trauma-specific services. Describe the dynamics and process of trauma. Discuss the ACE Study. Describe the interrelationship between addiction and trauma Discuss gender differences in trauma and abuse. Attendees will also receive one of DVD sets on the following two topics: "Exploring Trauma: A Brief Intervention for Men and Gender-Diverse People" or "Healing Trauma: A Brief Intervention for Women and Gender-Diverse People."
Join ACJI and fellow Leadership Academy Alumni at the Marriott Marquis on Sunday, August 27th 2023 from 9am to 2pm @ The APPA 48th Annual Training Institute!
The event starts at 9:00 am with a morning session and lunch for ACJI Alumni only. The afternoon session from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm is open and free for all APPA Training Institute attendees.
*Registration is required.
One of the most successful Black businessmen in the country, who has led Nike’s Jordan Brand from a $200M sneaker company to a $4B global apparel juggernaut, Larry Miller will share the remarkable story of his rise from gangland violence to the pinnacles of international business.
Jump, the book Miller cowrote with his daughter, Laila Lacy, follows journey from the violent streets of West Philly in the 1960s to the highest echelons of American sports and industry. Miller wound up in jail more than once, especially as a teenager. But he immersed himself in the educational opportunities, eventually took advantage of a Pennsylvania state education-release program offered to incarcerated people, and was able to graduate with honors from Temple University.
When revealing his gangland past caused him to lose his first major job opportunity, Miller vowed to keep it a secret. He climbed the corporate ladder with a number of companies such as Kraft Foods, Campbell’s Soup, and Jantzen, until Nike hired him to run its domestic apparel operations. Around the time of Michael Jordan’s basketball retirement, Nike Chairman Phil Knight made Larry Miller president of the newly formed Jordan Brand. In 2007 Paul Allen convinced Miller to jump to the NBA to become president of the Portland Trailblazers, one of the first African-Americans to lead a professional sports team, before returning to Jordan Brand in 2012.
All along, Miller lived two lives: the secret of his violent past haunted him, invading his days with migraines and his sleep with nightmares of getting hauled back to jail. Miller makes a passionate appeal for criminal justice reform and expanded educational opportunities for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people across the United States. Drawing on his powerful personal story, Miller provides an aspirational journey for those who need hope.
First come first serve basis up to room capacity.
The Tommy Experience, LLC, known throughout the New York City area for enriching the quality of lives of our senior community by being proactive rather than reactive, will provide 45-minute concurrent sessions of Yoga and Zumba. Yoga, important for its support of stress management through soothing sounds and movement has been selected for those participants who like to begin their days lightly in a calming manner. For those participants who rather a more fast-paced morning routine, Zumba will get you off to great start with its buzzing movements and high vibrance.
Free with NYC Institute registration!
Participate in a special training dedicated to youth justice professionals. This one-day event will expand on APPA’s recent Vision for Juvenile Probation and how you can change the future for justice-involved youth. APPA’s Vision for Juvenile Probation is a set of 10 core principles that we believe should be incorporated into every juvenile justice agency across the United States. Participants will learn how to use innovative and effective strategies to achieve better outcomes for youth. Join us in this special event to learn, think and connect with your peers in juvenile justice.
*Registration for the training institute is required.
To register, visit the 48th Annual Training Institute Online Registration page. Under “Optional Event Fees”, select “Juvenile Justice Forum.”
This plenary will include a discussion on “getting it right” by system leaders and community partners committed to developmentally appropriate practices for emerging adults (ages 18-25) in community corrections. It will introduce the Emerging Adults Justice Framework developed by The Columbia Justice Lab in partnership with emerging adults with lived experience in the justice system, researchers, system leaders, and the Annie E. Casey Foundation.
First come first serve basis up to room capacity.
The Tommy Experience, LLC, known throughout the New York City area for enriching the quality of lives of our senior community by being proactive rather than reactive, will provide 45-minute concurrent sessions of Yoga and Zumba. Yoga, important for its support of stress management through soothing sounds and movement has been selected for those participants who like to begin their days lightly in a calming manner. For those participants who rather a more fast-paced morning routine, Zumba will get you off to great start with its buzzing movements and high vibrance.
Free with NYC Institute registration!
Step into an extraordinary conversation that transcends boundaries and redefines community corrections. Join us as we embark on an empowering journey led by the esteemed Honorable Judge Karen Friedman (ret.), now Director of Criminal Justice Innovation, Development, and Engagement, U.S. Department of Justice. Together with the captivating Quawntay "Bosco" Adams, renowned author of "Chasin' Freedum," we will delve into the heart of community corrections from a deeply personal and transformative perspective.
In this riveting session, we'll confront the obstacles faced by those within the criminal justice system and illuminate the true potential of community supervision. Mr. Adams' lived experience offers a profound understanding of the power of change, while Judge Friedman provides expert insights that inspire groundbreaking approaches in the field.
This is more than a conversation; it's an invitation to reshape the narrative of community corrections. Discover the impact of genuine connections, meaningful interventions, and a collective vision of freedom and rehabilitation. Join us as we break barriers, ignite new perspectives, and pave the way for a brighter future in community corrections.
APPA’s interactive learning experience, the Community Corrections Chase (C3), is back with another rewarding and competitive challenge for training institute attendees! It is a take on the popular CBS show, Amazing Race, where contestants “race” to win a cash prize. In our competition, community corrections/supervision professionals will team-up to “chase” knowledge about practices, theories, and policies that increase understanding of this industry, while learning about New York and its important role in the history of Community Corrections.
This session has limited availability, so do not miss out on this exciting opportunity!
*Participants should wear comfortable clothes and sneakers.
*Registration for the training institute is required.
Written and Directed by Jonathan Fisher
During this plenary session, the presenter will share how using best practices in our field can yield a much higher degree of successful outcomes. During the session, attendees will be able to see the award-winning probation documentary, In a Whole New Way. This industry embraced short film, featured at over 130 festivals worldwide, raises issues and showcases best probation practices. How appropriate – it will take the audience through work done by the New York City Probation Department and one of its highly touted programs to give individuals under supervision a chance for not just a job, but a career. The subject of gainful, meaningful employment is top of mind for community corrections departments across the nation. The audience will have a chance to participate in a robust Q&A period influenced by priorities and strategies to enhance results.
Check out this teaser below!
Marriott Marquis
Astor Ballroom 7th fl.
Tuesday, August 29, 2023
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Step back in time to the dazzling era of the 1920's Harlem Renaissance and an unforgettable evening of sophistication, style, and entertainment. Lite fare will be available.
Dress Code: Harlem Renaissance-inspired attire. Harlem Renaissance fashion was all about bold colors, intricate patterns, and attention to detail. Women's fashion included flapper dresses, cloche hats, and long pearl necklaces. The men's style included tailored suits and fedoras.
APPA is honored to welcome four individuals who will share their unique perspectives, each having been personally involved in the criminal justice system. Their compelling stories will offer valuable insights into the relationship between community supervision and positive outcomes. Throughout the panel discussion, these distinguished panelists will take us on their individual journeys of transformation, illustrating how they have become productive citizens, contributing to re-entry communities.
As dedicated community corrections professionals, we frequently engage in discussions about formerly incarcerated individuals. Drawing from our experiences, extensive research, and direct interactions with offenders, we form assumptions and beliefs about improving the criminal justice system. Our ultimate objective is to enhance the offenders' prosocial skills, thereby reducing recidivism. However, amidst our good intentions, we must ask ourselves: Are we truly providing helpful support? Do our interventions facilitate or hinder the offender's progress? Are we achieving the desired results?
During this enlightening panel discussion, we will introduce the panelists, sharing relevant information about their backgrounds and experiences as justice-involved individuals who have intimately "lived" the system. They will candidly express the elements that didn't work and those that proved instrumental in fostering positive changes in their lives..
Tyrique Glasgow
Founder, Young Chances Foundation
Moderator: Tony Lewis
Vocational Development Coordinator, CSOSA
Embracing a career in corrections is not for the faint of heart. Even the most passionate, committed, and capable professionals can become hardened, cynical, and ultimately burn out. In a field where change is hard and success feels short-lived, hope and passion can be in short supply. So how do we stay focused on the important work that we do, those we serve, and show up resiliently optimistic each day? Join Dr. Alexandra Walker as she shares how to move through our failures by embracing resilient optimism. Learn and connect with others as we learn what it means to fail forward in community corrections.
Dr. Alexandra Walker has more than 20 years of experience in the field of reentry and behavioral health. She offers a diverse background in evidence-based practices, training, program development, implementation science, and treatment modalities. Alex has worked on a myriad of federal, state, and local justice initiatives and research projects. Most recently she transitioned from the Colorado Parole Board as Vice Chair to co-found and run the Alliance for Community and Justice Innovation (ACJI). Having managed implementation efforts large and small across the correctional space, Alex brings a wealth of experience in both community based and institutional corrections. She is well versed in the development, implementation, and measurement of structured decision-making tools and is committed to helping organizations reach fidelity to their highest impact practices and programs. As the Director of Community Relations and Strategy for ACJI, Alex provides tools, strategies, research and evaluation supports for implementation efforts at the state and local level. She also coaches leaders on implementation and staff engagement efforts, and develops practices and resources for specialized populations with organizations across the country.
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