In Public Safety (AMU)

There are many ways correctional officers can intervene if they suspect inmates are spreading radical beliefs within an institution

Correctional facilities need to build bridges between prisoners and the community to give inmates the best chance for a successful reintegration

Strategies to enable probation and parole to help offenders reintegrate into society can have a dramatic effect on recidivism rates

The criminal justice system needs more resources to improve reintegration efforts and help ex-offenders find jobs and housing so they’re less likely to re-offend

Until more elderly prisoners are discharged, correctional facilities will be forced to spend more resources on serving this aging population

The Supermax – designed to be confining in every way – houses the nation’s most dangerous and notorious criminals

Probation and parole officers are in a unique position to document domestic violence situations, but many don’t have the proper training to identify red flags

Can rehab programs reduce non-violent drug offender recidivism?

Correctional facilities do not have the proper staffing, training, healthcare programs, funding, or general resources to adequately deal with mentally ill inmates

Radicalization is a complex and widespread problem in prisons and early intervention is critical

Combining transformational leadership with emotional intelligence reduces employee stress while improving performance and morale, and motivates staff to exceed goals

Working with sex offenders presents unique stressors for mental health workers

Spending time and money on specialized treatment programs for sex offenders serves to lower their risk of recidivism and work to protect the community

The therapy was developed in response to the high rate of trauma and suicide rates within the combat veteran community

The road to justice is difficult, so recognizing our inconsistent beliefs and justifications is paramount to acting appropriately