Advancing safety and second chances
We drive the criminal justice field forward by providing rigorous, objective research and convening state leaders from all three branches of government.
Advancing safety and second chances
We drive the criminal justice field forward by providing rigorous, objective research and convening state leaders from all three branches of government.
The Latest News and analysis from the CSG Justice Center

On October 9, 2025, the Senate passed the Second Chance Reauthorization Act…
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The Judge Stephen S. Goss Memorial Award for Leadership has expanded to…
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"It is the humane, person-centered approach that supports and stabilizes individuals, their…
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8 states gathered to discuss workforce solutions for formerly incarcerated people.
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"AOT is a complex community intervention that can be effective or not…
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The CSG Justice Center Advisory Board establishes the policy and project priorities…
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Our plan—developed with the National Resource Center on Children & Families of…
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19 states were recently granted permission by CMS to reimburse critical reentry…
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Our Work in the States
We work in all 50 states, collaborating with leaders across all three branches of government to improve the criminal justice system.