CGJA is conducting its Foreperson and Pro Tem Workshops remotely again in 2023. We are offering four workshops, one each Wednesday in July using Zoom. The fee is $50 per person. The workshop will begin at 9:00 am and end at 4:00 PM and will include a one-hour lunch break. Training materials will be shipped in advance. Registration must be received no later than 7-10 days in advance to allow for shipping. We will contact you by email to confirm your registration and get a shipping address.
Workshop ID#1 Wednesday, July 5 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (includes a one-hour lunch break) (registration deadline June 26)
Workshop ID#2 Wednesday, July 12 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (includes a one-hour lunch break) (registration deadline July 1)
Workshop ID#3 Wednesday, July 19 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (includes a one-hour lunch break) (registration deadline July 11)
Workshop ID#4 Wednesday, July 26 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (includes a one-hour lunch break) (registration deadline July 18)
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Program Description:
This workshop covers the leadership responsibilities of the foreperson, pro tem, and other officers of the grand jury. Topics include: how to get started; useful techniques for organizing, coordinating, and facilitating the grand jury’s work; team building; California law as it applies to the foreperson’s duties and responsibilities; the administrative and leadership roles of the foreperson and pro tem; dealing with interpersonal issues among jurors; and conflict resolution techniques. Participants take part in group activities to enhance the learning experience through the sharing of ideas.