Last chance to register for a five-day, all-inclusive wellness retreat in Ischia, Italy! From June 25–29, 2025, judges and their significant others will enjoy meditation, island excursions, and more. This immersive experience is tailored specifically to promote judicial well-being, and is part of the NCJFCJ Judicial Wellness-Connection-Leadership Initiative. Registration closes November 30—don’t miss this exclusive opportunity: https://loom.ly/HHjRIlk
National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges
Non-profit Organizations
Reno, Nevada 4,215 followers
Improving the Lives of Children and Families Since 1937.
About us
In 1937, a group of judges sought to improving the effectiveness of the nation's juvenile courts and the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) was born. Pursuing our mission of improving the courts and systems practice for our nation's children and families, as well as raising awareness of child welfare and domestic violence issues continues to this day. The NCJFCJ provides cutting-edge training, wide-ranging technical assistance, and research to help the nation's courts, judges and staff in their important work. Each year, the NCJFCJ provides education, technical assistance, and publications to an estimated 30,000 judges, court administrators, social and mental health workers, police, probation officers, and others working in the juvenile and family courts at its headquarters in Reno and throughout the country. In conjunction with the University of Nevada, Reno and the National Judicial College, the NCJFCJ participates in unique advanced degree programs for judges and other court professionals.
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- Non-profit Organizations
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- 51-200 employees
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- Reno, Nevada
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- Nonprofit
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- 1937
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- juvenile and family justice, child abuse and neglect, adoption and foster care, juvenile delinquency, family violence, victims of juvenile offenders, alcohol and drug abuse, termination of parental rights, custody and visitation, and minority issues
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Reno, Nevada 89501, US
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3700 South Water Street, Suite 200
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15203, US
Employees at National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges
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Joey Orduña Hastings
Chief Executive Officer of the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges
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Dr. Bridgett Ortega M.A., J.D., D.M.
Building Better Bridges, LLC (3BC) - Bridging the gap between people and possibilities.
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Anthony Capizzi
International Lecturer, Faculty for multiple National Organizations and Visiting Judge by Ohio Supreme Court Assignment
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Jackie Ruffin
Manager of Communications at National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges
Updates
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New 2025 dates have been set for the Judicial Institute on the Human-Animal Bond and the LINK between Animal Cruelty and Interpersonal Violence: Issues in Family Law Cases in Washington, DC. This FREE, in-person institute will provide valuable training to judicial officers on companion animal welfare issues that arise in the context of juvenile and family court cases. The event is presented by the NCJFCJ and the Animal Legal Defense Fund and is hosted by The George Washington University . Learn more about attending at https://loom.ly/-Uyaawk!
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The NCJFCJ celebrates National Adoption Day, which has recognized more than 85,000 children moving from foster care to permanent families and raises awareness of the more than 108,000 children still awaiting adoption from foster care in the United States. NCJFCJ Board President, Judge Robert Hofmann, pictured below, says that adoptions are one of the best parts of his job! Learn more at https://loom.ly/Z2s9INs.
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Register now for the 2025 Institute for New Juvenile and Family Court Judges! Designed for state and tribal judicial officers new to, or returning to, juvenile and family court benches, this intensive 4½-day program offers essential tools and knowledge to handle complex cases with confidence. Led by experienced faculty, topics will include child and adolescent development, trauma-informed justice, the Indian Child Welfare Act, abuse and neglect, and more. Judges will also connect with peers nationwide, building strong networks for ongoing learning and professional growth. Secure your spot: https://loom.ly/PlEpyKs
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Join our upcoming webinar addressing the persistent issue of high staff turnover in child protection agencies, and highlighting the importance of having engaged child welfare professionals to ensure quality support for children and families. Attendees will learn how utilizing judicial leadership skills and the Enhanced Resource Guidelines from the NCJFCJ can mitigate the impact of this turnover on child welfare cases. Register now: https://loom.ly/r4MbNcg
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The National SOGIE Center's new animated video for the Pride Justice Resource Center provides crucial insights into supporting LGBTQ2S+ justice-involved youth. It outlines data around LGBTQ2S+ youth disparities and experiences in systems, and provides practical strategies for juvenile justice systems to ensure equitable treatment and support. Watch the full animation here: https://loom.ly/PzbaYtM
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The NCJFCJ team had the pleasure of attending Awaken INC's annual banquet, where they premiered their powerful documentary, At What Cost, focused on the fight against sex trafficking. Congratulations to the Awaken team for creating such a profound and compelling film. Katie Freeman Cheri Ely
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The National Center for Juvenile Justice, the National Institute of Justice, and the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention(OJJDP) have developed a new data snapshot "Racial and Ethnic Disparities in the Processing of Delinquency Cases, 2005-2022". This snapshot updates OJJDP's statistical briefing book with new insights on referral rates, out-of-home placements and more. View the full data snapshot here: https://loom.ly/_vEv8FI
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Support the Judith Horgan Scholarship and help NCJFCJ members cover registration fees to access valuable training and conferences that enhance their ability to serve children, families, and survivors of violence. Thanks to a generous donor, every contribution will be matched up to $10,000 through the end of the year—doubling your impact! Donate to the fund here: https://loom.ly/bNJfVqY
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This Veterans Day, the NCJFCJ honors the service, sacrifice, and resilience of military veterans and deeply appreciates those who protect our country. We recognize the unique challenges faced by military-connected families, and our National Resource Center on Military-Connected Families and the Courts is here to support judicial officers who work with these families. Explore our resources: https://loom.ly/vGJ3JHI
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