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Access National Institute of Corrections resources authored by Holly Matthews, including key publications on CJCC essential elements and national standards.

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  • CJCC Standards Publication Cover

    The National Standards for Criminal Justice Coordinating Councils is a comprehensive framework for the formation and ongoing management of criminal justice coordinating councils (CJCCs). 

    The standards cover thirteen elements of CJCCs: 

    1) vision and mission
    2) bylaws
    3) membership
    4) officers
    5) committee
    6) standing committees and workgroups
    7) meetings
    8) decision-making
    9) strategic planning
    10) data and research
    11) community engagement and outreach 
    12) administration
    13) support staff