Upcoming National Association of Women Judges (NAWJ) Webinar! Court-Appointed Neutrals (Special Masters): When to Use Them, How to Pick Them, How to Benefit from Them.
When? November 14th, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST.
Don’t miss this session exploring how special masters can enhance efficiency and fairness in the courtroom.
Register today! https://www.nawj.org/…/nawj-webinar-court…/2025-11-13
Upcoming Event! Municipal Courts and the Promise of Community Justice from October 23rd-24th, 2025, in Newark, NJ.
This convening, hosted by the Center for Justice Innovation and JustLeadershipUSA, aims to elevate municipal courts within the national conversation, while centering the voice and expertise of individuals who best understand and can attest to the range of impact that system involvement can have on an individual and the community.
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/municipal-courts-and-the-promise-of-community-justice-tickets-1583395140489?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Join in starting on Friday, October 3rd, 2025, for a year of learning and fun at Court Navigator School — a series of five one-hour virtual webinar sessions offered every other month. Each webinar will provide information, ideas, and practical strategies to help launch or enhance court navigator programs to assist court users.
From October 2025 to June 2026, the series will feature five lectures covering key topics for program development and improvement. Additional “study hall” sessions will provide structured online technical assistance, guidance from national experts, and a place to share ideas with colleagues, exchange information, and explore possibilities in your jurisdiction in a small group setting.
Session 1: What do court navigator programs do: An overview & partnerships (Part 1)
This opening webinar will explore what makes a court navigator program successful. Students will learn about the purpose and scope of court navigator programs, wide range of services provided, and different ways services are delivered.
The session will also trace the origins of navigator programs and explore how they have grown and adapted. Additionally, students will examine how successful navigator programs build and maintain strong partnerships with a variety of entities, including access to justice commissions, universities, civil legal aid providers, clerk’s offices, courts, and other key stakeholders.
Participants can further explore the topic during the follow-up “study hall” session on Friday, Nov. 7, from 1 to 2 p.m. ET.
Register here: Webinar Registration – Zoom
The State Justice Institute is proud to support #NationalRecoveryMonth, funding and cross-collaborating in a significant amount of substance use, mental health and behavioral health projects. To learn about these programs and projects funded by SJI, please visit: https://www.sji.gov/priori…/behavioral-health-disparities/.
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Join in for the introduction of Right Services, Right Time – an initiative that offers family courts practical tools and targeted support to handle even the most complex cases.
Date: Friday, July 18th, 2025
Time: 12:00PM EST
Register Here: Family-Centered Fridays: Right Services, Right Time – Promising practices for family courts | National Center for State Courts
Open to court professionals, justice partners, and anyone working to improve access to justice.
Exploring the Effects of AI & Generational Shifts in the Workforce: June 18th, 2025, at 1:00PM EST.
As state courts confront the dual challenges of AI integration and generational workforce shifts, this webinar from the TRI/NCSC AI Policy Consortium will provide insights into the use of AI by courts and how AI can help courts address current operational demands and the effects of workforce changes on court operations.
Discover how technological advancements, including AI and #GenAI, are reshaping court operations and access to justice.
Register here: Exploring the effects of AI & generational shifts in the workforce | National Center for State Courts
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Virtually via Zoom from June 2nd – June 6th, 2025, the NCJFCJ’s training for dependency court judges, the Child Abuse and Neglect Institute (CANI) provides instruction for new or experienced judges on the knowledge and skills necessary to preside over an effective child abuse and neglect court process. Participants will also receive instruction on emerging practices to improve outcomes for children and families in the child welfare system. CANI brings together an outstanding cadre of expert judicial faculty and other subject matter experts to engage participants through exemplary instruction, case scenarios, and other active learning strategies.
Register here.
The SJI Board of Directors will be meeting on Monday, June 2, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET. The purpose of this meeting is to consider grant applications for the 3rd quarter of FY 2025, and other business.
ADDRESS: Maryland Judicial Center, 187 Harry S. Truman Parkway, Annapolis, MD.
Join us for the launch of the #GuideforRemoteDependencyHearings
Ensuring Family Justice in a Virtual World: Introducing a New Court Guide for Remote Dependency Hearings – May 13th, 2025, at 1:00PM EST.
Developed with support from State Justice Institute, this guide helps dependency courts conduct effective, accessible, and secure remote hearings. Created through careful collaboration with courts across the country, the Guide for Remote Dependency Hearings offers practical solutions for courts seeking to implement or improve remote dependency hearings. It includes detailed recommendations for drafting court policies, selecting appropriate technology platforms, ensuring privacy and security, managing hearing logistics, and enhancing family engagement.
The Guide for Remote Dependency Hearings will be officially released during a webinar on May 13th, 2025, after which it will be available on NCSC’s website.
Learn how to assess your court’s policies and practices and request free technical assistance to enhance your remote court processes.
Register for the #webinar here.
When? Wednesday, May 7th, 2025, at 3:00PM EST.
Jury service is a cornerstone of the #justicesystem, yet many citizens find the experience frustrating due to inefficiencies, privacy concerns, and challenges in understanding complex legal issues.
This webinar will explore practical strategies to improve the #juror experience, from streamlining jury selection to providing critical decision-making aids that enhance juror comprehension, deliberation quality, and confidence in #verdicts.
Register here.
