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.
“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
The commissioner came in as a reformer committed to reducing the recidivism rate that he said was the result of failed get-tough policies
Con was part of secret inmate release halted last winter
Only about 3 percent of the programs clients are returned to prison within three years of their release, which is low in comparison to the national average of 67 percent
Albuquerque hopes to make back $300,000 it’s paying for labor
Implementing evidence-based practices starts with believing in them
The story of a successful South Carolina program and the lessons it can teach
Rehab programs designed to unite inmates with their families
Why and how criminal justice agencies can and should educate politicians
Tight budgets are forcing city of Norfolk to make the change
Waste is reused to spur vegetable growth
Some inmates recognize libraries as tool to a better life
He tried to kill the ex-girlfriend who testified against him 15 years ago
As budget cuts purge prisons, how can we expect community corrections to keep its grip?
New legislation mandating specific time frames for inmate releases sparks conflict
$60,000 saved in first quarter of 2010 alone
Supporters say the plan will cut prison populations and reduce recidivism rates
Career criminals who challenged their life sentences may see those sentences reduced
Learning to trust the research
Parole board will be stripped of powers and recidivism will increase
Thoughts on reforming rehabilitation built by looking at past failures
Felony waivers in times of war: Is it justified?
The NH Department of Corrections plans to drop the population by 25 percent
Kane County jail’s “Transforming Incarcerated Dads” program returning results
“Don’t Fall Down in the Hood” Pa. juvenile program sees large budget cut
More than 3,000 turn out for a job fair designed for convicted felons.
Victim appreciates letter but questions motive
Areas smothered with fear as offenders leave prison
