Support from various government agencies, private foundations and individual contributions allow the Council to conduct conferences featuring nationally and internationally known experts at a modest cost to members. A sample list of seminar topics include court management, child support enforcement, visitation and custody, child abuse and neglect, delinquency, and alcohol and substance abuse. Members may request a particular seminar be held in their individual communities, states or regions. The National Council serves as a clearinghouse for juvenile information and statistics, and is recognized as one of the nation's most esteemed research facilities. Research results are integrated into the Council's ongoing programs.
Technical assistance is available to courts on all aspects of court operation and procedure.
The Council can help with court administration and management, program development, decision-making, and case law.