The Second Chance Act (Fact Sheet)
Nearly all of the 2.2 million people incarcerated in the United States will be released at some point. People who are returning to their communities after prison or jail have complex challenges and needs that contribute to the likelihood that they may be reincarcerated. Since 2009, more than 800 Second Chance Act grant awards have been made to government agencies and nonprofits for reentry programming designed to provide services that can help reduce recidivism and increase public safety.
Dr. Sadique Isahaku has dedicated much of his career to improving education in correctional facilities in Wisconsin.
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Local law enforcement agencies are increasingly encountering unsheltered homelessness and mental health crises. States can help.
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Technical Education Behind Bars Makes a Difference
Dr. Sadique Isahaku has dedicated much of his career to improving education in correctional facilities in Wisconsin.
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When Responding Well Means Responding Together
Local law enforcement agencies are increasingly encountering unsheltered homelessness and mental health crises. States can help.
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Four Ways New Criminal Justice Bill Impacts Wyoming
The Wyoming state legislature recently passed a bill that will strengthen behavioral health treatment and programming for people in the criminal justice system with evidence-based practices and robust quality assurance measures.
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Seven Questions About Reentry Amid COVID Confusion
Corrections leaders are facing unprecedented questions about an already challenging issue.
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Funding Spotlight: New Grants Support Justice & Mental Health Partnerships
The U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs is accepting applications…
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Planning to Prevent Relapse? A New Tool Can Help
The period of time immediately following release from prison or jail can…
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