Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program
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Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program
Funder: Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)
Purpose: Help communities create and continue cross-system collaborations for people with mental health issues that may become justice involved. The grant seeks to "increase early identification and front-end diversion of people with mental health and co-occurring substance abuse disorders identified at early intercept points."
Geographic Scope: United States (federal program)
Eligibility:
Key Requirements:
Contact: Emancipate NC at info@justicepolicycenter.org for assistance
Background: This program was promoted through a series of webinars to help grant seekers understand the application process.
How to Apply
Application Process
- Online application available through BJA
- Recorded webinar available on grant project and application process
- Applicants should demonstrate collaboration between criminal justice and mental health agencies
- Application can be accessed online through BJA
Note: Recorded webinar and online application portal available for reference.
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