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 payments, funded by profits from Allegheny County inmate phone, tablet and commissary purchases, will be studied for their impact on recidivism and community safety
Washington’s DOC will cover application fees and ensure IDs do not resemble prison mugshots to help reintegration efforts
With overdose deaths a leading cause of jail fatalities, California is expanding access to buprenorphine and other treatments under a new Medi-Cal initiative
“I’m here to let inmates know that they can get a job, make a livable wage and get out of their former lifestyle,” said one employer
“It’s great for morale, the culture; it’s great for the community,” said Gov. Kevin Stitt
Tracking the success of rehabilitative programs is about to get a lot easier in the state of Maine’s correctional facilities
Designated programs and resources can minimize recidivism and bolster community reintegration
Designed to create an atmosphere for growth, the residence appears to be doing just that for those who call it home
“What happened in March was a wake-up call,” said the DOC’s apprenticeship coordinator
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
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