Re-Entry and Recidivism
The Re-Entry and Recidivism section focuses on the challenges and strategies for helping former inmates successfully reintegrate into society while reducing the likelihood of reoffending. This directory provides articles and resources on effective re-entry programs, support services, and policies to lower recidivism rates. Understanding these concepts is vital for correctional professionals promoting rehabilitation and public safety. For more on inmate support, explore our section on Parole and Probation.
The Cheshire County jail offers Restorative Learning Dialogues — an eight to 10-week program focused on repairing relationships with self and others
This initiative, spearheaded by students from UW-La Crosse, enables fathers to record themselves reading storybooks, which are then sent to their children
The College of Southern Nevada’s program at Florence McClure Women’s Correctional Center highlights the impact of education on reducing recidivism
A legislative report links substance abuse and incomplete data tracking to increasing returns to prison
The PAWSitive Changes program at Armstrong County Jail pairs long-term shelter dogs with inmates, giving both a chance at transformation
With courts popping up across the facility, pickleball offers California Men’s Colony inmates a chance to connect and stay active
The program at FCI Marion teaches inmates how to work with dogs who may lack manners or confidence
CAMcare will use its federal grant to focus on managing chronic conditions, reducing the risk of drug overdoses and addressing mental health
“Be Not Afraid” highlights the journey of a group of men at Garden State Correctional Facility as they gain musical skills and “a sense of achievement and belonging”
Correctional personnel face a unique challenge — supporting inmates without crossing professional boundaries. Here’s how to do it right
The New Path program gives women at Florence McClure Women’s Correctional Center the tools to pursue cosmetology careers upon release
Partnership equips incarcerated individuals with pathways to employment
McLean County Sheriff Matt Lane said inmates who struggled with daily functions or speaking in complete sentences became “totally coherent” around the dog
The Excellence in Facilities Award from Recidiviz recognizes MDOC’s innovative use of data and technology to prepare inmates for successful reintegration into the community
Elmwood Correctional Facility’s new Goodwill store gives incarcerated women hands-on retail training and provides inmates with free clothes upon their release
“I think it makes a difference for them because they get a slice of humanity that they don’t normally get in here. They’re seen as people,” the Republic FC president said
The grant money will also go to evidence-based initiatives to help reduce recidivism in county jails, Allegheny County officials said
The event at Green Rock Correctional Center featured over 25 speakers and performers, including talks from individuals currently incarcerated
“I had the honor to not be viewed as a horrible inmate, but as a firefighter,” one of the inmates said during the graduation at Central California Women’s Facility
Nevada seeks to remove slavery and involuntary servitude as punishment for crime from its constitution; California removed slavery, but still allows involuntary servitude
The bill would shift parole board criteria from considering weapon use in the crime to assessing the inmate’s prison behavior, including completion of educational programs
In a partnership with the nonprofit Sleep in Heavenly Peace, more than 60 SCI inmates worked with community volunteers to build 22 beds for children in need
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To celebrate the restoration of 55,000 wheelchairs for disabled individuals in low-resource countries through its prison work programs, Joni and Friends recognized CoreCivic with two award presentations for achieving this major milestone
Inmates at the Kane County Jail will be offered programs to help develop their own small business plans and equip them with the skills they need to successfully run a business
Virginia’s 19% three-year re-incarceration rate for State Responsible inmates from the FY2019 cohort is tied with Minnesota for the second-lowest rate in the nation
Over 54% of recently incarcerated individuals had uncontrolled cardiovascular risk factors, with those released from jail facing higher risks than those released from prison
A meta-analysis revealed that education significantly reduces recidivism, showing that every $1 invested in prison education saves $4-5 in reincarceration costs
During a performance at Oregon State Penitentiary, Jelly Roll sang a cover of Johnny Cash’s “Folsom Prison Blues” for the inmates
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