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 bill aims to offer work experience to inmates while maintaining security restrictions
The money will help two California programs assist more ex-inmates with certification, mentorship and employment after release
The E3 initiative connects Chester County inmates with employers before release and maintains support after reentry
The state received the highest number of Second Chance Pell awards in the country
Prisoner re-entry into society is not a political issue, said Gov. Mike Parson
More than 150 people were screened for the program in July and early August
“Things like substance abuse is not their enemy, it’s mental health,” said Col. Chris Thomas
They will be called “residents” or “those within our care,” said Sheriff Kalvin Barrett
Exposing inmates to video and audio recordings of nature shows promise in improving prison culture, a new study has found
Staff’s negative perceptions of their agency – whether founded or not – must be addressed or these negative perceptions will breed division and discord
The program begun in San Quentin State Prison in California teaches self-paced web design applications
A grant of $50,000 to train inmates will train inmates for work
SCDC’s director attributed the lower rate to the department’s efforts to prepare inmates for reentry
In-prison educational programs have been shown to improve both recidivism rates and prison culture; this guide can help admins get started
A pilot re-entry program shows promise, and now it’s getting another chance to help those who need it most
Inmates say they’re are grateful for the opportunity to learn new skills, no matter the pay or difficulty of the labor
Stanley Richards has dedicated his life to helping former inmates, like himself, succeed on the outside
Opponents of the bill say the safety factor is not being considered in the proposed legislation
“This is the talk all over the jail. Writing heals people,” said Jeremy Duncan
The new anti-recidivism program is an option for some misdemeanors and non-violent felonies
Free educational videos provide inmates with access to vital self-improvement tools
The newly created program is part of a larger trend toward helping inmates overcome barriers to employment upon release
The woman had just been booked on theft-related charges
The study concluded that the prisons should remain open for now, largely due to the negative economic impact closure could have on the areas
How commercial HVACR career and technical training partnerships can reduce recidivism and improve correctional facilities
Women face different obstacles during reentry than those of their male counterparts
The Behavior Care Center is reshaping how the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office helps people who are having psychotic episodes
The inmate-designed program will help Florida Department of Corrections’ inmates with short sentences prepare for successful rehabilitation
Some 40 prison inmates have contributed 60 original art pieces, mostly drawings and paintings, all of which are on display this month
The new law will let certain former inmates apply to have their criminal records cleared in order to get hired as firefighters at government agencies
Many agencies whose work once revolved around in-person mentoring and counseling are resorting to video calls and phone conversations
AB2147 would allow inmates, who have trained at state fire camps in prison, to have their criminal records expunged
Purdue University Polytechnic Institute professors are identifying opportunities for early intervention to help parolees integrate back into society successfully