Project Coordinator, AMBER Alert in Indian Country
Amy Hood-Schwindt serves as a dedicated Project Coordinator for the National Criminal Justice Training Center's AMBER Alert in Indian Country initiative. Guided by principles of collaboration and community empowerment, Amy works to support Tribal nations in developing effective child abduction recovery strategies, a role reinforced by her extensive and varied professional experience. This includes two decades as an adult probation officer in Maricopa County, specializing in seriously mentally ill caseloads, as well as work with homeless Veterans and the Arizona Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities. Amy's educational backing includes a master's degree in educational leadership from Northern Arizona University and a bachelor's degree in justice studies from Arizona State University. A member of the Yavapai-Apache Nation residing in Arizona, her work through the AMBER Alert Training and Technical Assistance Program is instrumental in enhancing collaboration between Tribal, state, and federal partners, ultimately ensuring Native communities are equipped to protect their children.