Children of Incarcerated Parents: An Action Plan for Federal Policymakers
Children of Incarcerated Parents: An Action Plan for Federal Policymakers
This action plan is meant to encourage policy changes that help improve the outcomes for children who have a parent in prison or jail. It is informed by a broad array of criminal justice and child welfare experts, including representatives from local and national children- and family-focused organizations, state human and social services directors, corrections officials, and researchers.
Our mission hasn’t changed; it’s become more essential. The following 2025 accomplishments are a testament to that enduring…
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From new laws and reentry councils to increased funding and lowered barriers, these wins highlight collaboration, creativity, and…
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How Kentucky’s “Seth’s Law” Reduces Barriers to Care for Competency to Stand Trial and Guardianship
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2025 in Review: Justice Data and Solutions for State and Local Leaders Amid Federal Change
Our mission hasn’t changed; it’s become more essential. The following 2025 accomplishments…
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25 Reentry Wins in 2025: How States Are Removing Barriers to Reentry Success
From new laws and reentry councils to increased funding and lowered barriers,…
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Job Training in Prison: Reentry 2030 States Explore Innovative Models and Partnerships
State leaders gathered for the fourth session of the Reentry 2030 Workforce…
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Getting the Right Response When Every Crisis Is Different: 4 States Share Lessons on Building Coordinated Crisis Systems
New Jersey, Utah, Virginia, and Washington discuss their different "Aligning Health and Safety"…
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DOJ and DOL Announce $155.5M in Federal Funding Opportunities for Reentry, Community Supervision, Behavioral Health, Youth, and Incarcerated Parents
Application deadlines range from March 19–April 6, 2026.
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