Increase the opportunities for victims to become involved in the resolution of their case, including direct and indirect dialogue with the offender when appropriate Targeted Youth Criteria Planning must focus on serving youth referred for delinquency activity or youth 10-17 years of age who are most likely to become involved with the juvenile justice system based on exposures to multiple risk factors . Matches may include cash or in-kind contributions. An estimated budget narrative. Reference and identification of any supporting documents or plans that support the neighborhoods intent to implement restorative justice. A process for implementation after planning grant is completed and what resources will be targeted to implement the plan Evaluation Criteria The Department of Juvenile Justice, Office of Prevention and Victims Services will make final award recommendations to the Secretary or Deputy Secretary of the Department of Juvenile Justice.
Awards are contingent upon the availability of funds.
Upon approval of project, the DJJ will provide the applicant with a formal application to be completed. Once application is received DJJ will finalize awards. Technical Assistance DJJ Bureau of Victim Services will schedule a technical assistance conference call on April 20, 2001.