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Federally funded resources for state and local efforts to improve reentry outcomes.
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Our reentry work aims to help communities create access to economic opportunities…
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A systems-level approach to improve reentry and employment outcomes for people returning…
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A user-friendly source of information on the many policies and practices that…
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Released in 2025, and updated in 2026, this report analyzes 2018-2023 data…
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This guide from The Council of State Governments Justice Center is intended…
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This explainer explores new federal laws that change how correctional systems provide…
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This guide outlines five practical steps community supervision leaders can take to…
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With this resource, correctional leaders will gain a greater understanding of how…
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This brief provides justice professionals who are responsible for youth and young…
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This guide outlines ways to support a family member or loved one…
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This guide outlines four best practices that case managers can implement to…
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This brief will dive into what correctional leaders need to know about…
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These PPT slides were presented during the first-ever national reentry housing symposium,…
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The Zero Returns to Homelessness Resource and Technical Assistance Guide is a…
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Visiting is an essential way for families to maintain and strengthen relationships…
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People leaving incarceration are at an elevated risk of homelessness, and collateral…
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Many people in the criminal justice system struggle with a substance use…
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This brief highlights ways that embedded clinicians can support mental health and…
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This brief highlights four ways that reentry and community supervision programs can…
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This brief presents four steps state leaders should take to increase housing…
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This guide to gender-responsive approaches can help program providers in behavioral health…
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This brief highlights four key strategies, gleaned from interviews, that can be…
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This brief provides an overview of the Justice and Mental Health Collaboration…
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This brief offers a two-pronged approach for parole and probation to help…
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State leaders reported meaningful reductions in violent crime, overdose deaths, and homelessness,…
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Application deadlines range from March 19–April 6, 2026.
Read MoreState leaders gathered for the fourth session of the Reentry 2030 Workforce…
Read MoreFrom new laws and reentry councils to increased funding and lowered barriers,…
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Our mission hasn’t changed; it’s become more essential. The following 2025 accomplishments…
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On October 9, 2025, the Senate passed the Second Chance Reauthorization Act…
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8 states gathered to discuss workforce solutions for formerly incarcerated people.
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The CSG Justice Center Advisory Board establishes the policy and project priorities…
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Corrections leaders balance the complex priorities of maintaining public safety, operating secure facilities, providing needed care and services…
Read MoreThe CSG Justice Center is pleased to announce 5 new members of its advisory board. Hailing from states…
Read MoreThe CSG Justice Center Advisory Board establishes the policy and project priorities of the organization. The board features…
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Apply Now for Resident Analyst Program to Increase Data Analysis Capacity at Departments of Corrections
Corrections leaders balance the complex priorities of maintaining public safety, operating secure…
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Five New CSG Justice Center Board Members Look to Strengthen Communities and Improve Public Safety
The CSG Justice Center is pleased to announce 5 new members of…
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Removing Barriers to Successful Reentry: Q&A with New CSG Justice Center Advisory Board Member Dr. Ronald F. Day
The CSG Justice Center Advisory Board establishes the policy and project priorities…
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Transforming Lives with Access to Needed Mental Health Care: Q&A with New CSG Justice Center Advisory Board Member Dr. Courtney Harvey
The CSG Justice Center Advisory Board establishes the policy and project priorities…
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Six States Commit to Improving Statewide Strategies to Address Youth Crime, Violence and Behavioral Health
The Council of State Governments (CSG) Justice Center has launched the Collaborating…
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Statement by The Council of State Governments Justice Center on Termination of Public Safety Grants
Washington, DC – Termination of bipartisan Department of Justice grants appropriated by…
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