Webinar focuses on emerging adults in justice system, October 17

The National Center for State Courts will present a webinar on “Tools and Training to Support Emerging Adults in the Justice System” Tuesday, October 17, from 1:30 to 2:15 p.m. via Zoom.

This webinar kicks off the launch of NCSC training modules designed to equip attorneys and court professionals with the tools they need to better assist emerging adults (ages 18-25) in the justice system.

The goal of the series is to provide dynamic and interactive content that enhances the ability to support emerging adults on their journey to justice. The series includes modules on the topics of young adult brain development, needs, risks, and protective factors for young adults, the behavioral health needs of young adults, and more.

Speaking on the October 17 panel will be:

• Eric Maly, director of Adult Field Services, Adult Probation Services Division, Nebraska Judicial Branch

• Kim Etherton, principal court management consultant, Court Consulting Services, National Center for State Courts

• Andrew Kirch, career probation officer, Transition Age Youth Unit Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation, Hennepin County

• Moderator Wendy Schiller, principal court management consultant, Court Consulting Services, National Center for State Courts

To register for the webinar, visit www.ncsc.org and click on “webinars.”