Users can obtain reliable, comprehensive, and current information about the latest criminal and juvenile justice studies and projects from around the world. Trained information specialists respond to requests by providing statistics or referrals, conducting custom searches, supplying appropriate publications, and providing access to library resources. Staff members answer questions about agency-specific programs, publications, or special initiatives and upcoming funding opportunities. In addition, the Center has access to databases and publication holdings from other agencies and organizations. The Clearinghouse disseminates BJS and other drug-related crime documents published by the U.S. Department of Justice, maintains a library and database, produces topical fact sheets and selected bibliographies, and responds to telephone and mail requests for information.
Information also is available in the form of printed resource guides.
In-Sites Newsletter . The newsletter plays a critical role in informing readers of what is working to improve public safety and the quality of life in Weed and Seed sites around the nation. The newsletter also provides information on current policy and program changes, thus improving communication between the Department of Justice and field contacts and service providers. Statistical Data . The information in this Resource Guide highlights only some of the activities of the OJP agencies.