Award Information
Description of original award (Fiscal Year 2009, $1,000,000)
The Congressionally Selected Awards Program, authorized by the Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009 (Pub. L. 111-8), helps improve the functioning of the criminal justice system, prevent or combat juvenile delinquency, and/or assist victims of crime (other than compensation). Funds should be used for the projects selected by Congress, in the amounts specified in the joint explanatory statement incorporated by reference into Pub. L. 111-8, and generally consistent with one or more of the following statutory purposes: improving the functioning of the criminal justice system, preventing or combating juvenile delinquency, or assisting victims of crime (other than compensation). Each of these purposes is framed using language drawn, respectively, from the former Byrne discretionary statute, the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act, the Victims of Crime Act, and the Violence Against Women Act. This project is authorized and funded through a line item in the FY 09 Congressional Budget and by the joint explanatory statement that is incorporated by reference into the FY09 Omnibus Appropriations Act.
The Simon Wiesenthal Center Inc. will expand innovative, interactive training programs for nationwide law enforcement, criminal justice, and community partners in crime prevention, ethical decision making, racial profiling, cultural awareness, and leadership development. The training programs on these critical topics will provide important tools for strengthening security while preserving freedom and fostering safe, just, and inclusive communities. The purpose of these programs is to further enhance criminal justice professionals' capacity to: proactively prevent the spread of violence, especially hate crimes, in their communities; address potential terrorist threats; provide tools for building community trust without compromising safety and security; and address the unique challenges facing today's law enforcement leadership in increasingly diverse American communities. The Simon Wiesenthal Center Inc. will: utilize the Museum of Tolerance's experiential exhibits; offers fresh perspectives and new paradigms through interactive workshops; develop educational resources; and maintain a dynamic website for ongoing communication, technical support, and sustained learning.
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