The revised International Framework for Court Excellence is an excellent resource for courts as we continue to respond to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic. The courts in Singapore, Republic of Marshall Islands, and the United States have taken many actions to apply the IFCE.
Kip, the Moving Guy! A Lesson on Keeping a Positive Attitude
Kip, the Moving Guy is an inspirational story about how keeping a positive attitude and taking ownership of your circumstances get great results in life. Kip says: "If I let my job upset me, I will ruin my day."
FREE Virtual Education Experience!
NACM announces a FREE series of virtual education sessions. For ten weeks there will be several sessions every Thursday on a wide range of court administration topics. NACM membership is NOT required.
This and That!
Cybersecurity, jury trials, and leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic are all topics in the latest Vantage Point blog post.
Fulfilling the Public’s Trust: Valuing Diversity & Inclusion in 2020 (Part 2) — What actions can court administrators take to make Diversity & Inclusion a reality in the administration of their courts?
In this time of attention to systemic discrimination in our justice systems, it is critically important to make Diversity & Inclusion a priority in court administration. This article outlines the actions that court administrators can take to make Diversity and Inclusion a reality.
Fulfilling the Public’s Trust: Valuing Diversity & Inclusion in 2020 (Part 1)
A key component of fulfilling the public's trust in the judicial branch is achieving diversity and inclusion in the staff and operations of the court.
Courts and Covid-19: these times require Adaptive Leadership
Adaptive Leadership is needed to proactively respond to the Covid-19 pandemic. New article provides excellent tips on how to use Adaptive Leadership in your court.
Bonus Post: the Importance of Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is a critical concern for courts that are relying on telework in response to the coronavirus pandemic. A new Government Technology article outlines the problem and recommends best practices.
Courts and Covid-19: where are we, and where are we going? [part 2 of 2]
What will the future hold for the courts in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic? This post outlines the significant challenges and recommends what should be done. We can succeed by using Adaptive Leadership to create a new future reality that is people-centered, maximizes access, and increases personal safety. The new normal is one we create!
Courts and Covid-19: Where are we, and where are we going?” part 1 of 2
Initial court responses to the Covid-19 pandemic have focused on implementing social distancing actions. These include implementing remote tele-hearings, canceling jury trials, and deferring many court activities. What's next? The massive national economic upheaval will upend caseloads and create very real budget pressures. What is needed now is "adaptive leadership" to face the future.
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