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New report: Revitalizing public services: a call for social R&D in public service reform New social policy reform should focus on the ‘social’ and ‘R&D’ to deepen the understanding of what contributes to productivity, including factors such as effective learning and workforce motivation, writes Halima Khan, affiliated researcher at the Bennett Institute for Public Policy, in a new policy brief. Interest in public service reform is re-emerging, driven by growing concerns about the deteriorating state of services such as hospitals, adult social care, courts and prisons. Current performance levels have declined in most areas, long-term outcomes remain elusive, while people’s experiences are often frustrating and can be undermining. But as the urgency for reform intensifies, the question is: what kind of reform should be pursued? This new policy brief, “Social R&D: the next phase of public service reform?”, steers the conversation in a new direction. It critiques recent approaches to public service reform, with a particular focus on ‘New Public Management’ (NPM). It instead advocates for using social innovation, human development, and meaningful public participation as cornerstones of modern public service reform to improve performance and enhance productivity. Read the summary ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eZ_4d5BP #publicservice #policy #publicpolicy #socialinnovation #researchanddevelopment

Read the latest edition of Connections! Read about the ethnic and minority nursing organizations fighting for social justice and opportunity, 2024's first legislative update, a case study from NSO, and more! https://bit.ly/3OePhRd

What we can do differently: Train law enforcement officers on procedural justice and social determinants. Procedural justice is policing with a guardian mindset that ensures community safety and well-being through fairness and transparency. This changes the way officers look at their communities and how community members perceive them. Talk to each other. Cross-train law enforcement, public health, social services, and education providers to understand what we have in common. This promotes communication and changes the perceptions we have of each other. Incentivize collaboration, not resource hoarding. State grants and budget allocations could encourage new models that reward collaboration and partnership building. This results in improved services and more efficient use of limited resources. Map communities to understand overlaps in crime and gaps in social determinants. A police officer might see a corner store as a location for drug deals while a community health worker might know it as the only walkable location in the neighborhood for milk and bread. This allows us to view day-to-day community life from a broad perspective and create accountability. Involve law enforcement officers in community planning at every level. Prevention happens when we get ahead of the curve.

Have you seen the new study which finds that children who’ve been in care are more likely to be involved with the youth justice system? It found that one in three of those with care system experience received a criminal caution or conviction when aged between 10 and 17, compared with four per cent of those who were not in care. Findings also revealed that custodial sentences were almost twice as common among black and mixed-ethnicity children as white children in the care system. https://lnkd.in/evj5Vxih Lead author of the study and criminology lecturer, Dr Katie Hunter comments; “Clearly, we need urgent action from government to prevent the unnecessary criminalisation of children in care and care leavers which takes account of the specific needs of minoritised groups. We also need to keep in mind that youth justice involvement among children who’ve been in care is not an inevitability. We must avoid stigmatising these children - this is about over-criminalisation and system failures.” If you are an experienced support worker interested in working for Paragon Social Care, please call 01442963001 and ask Lauren Brown. Your support can change the life of a young person. #socialcarejobs #childrenssupportworkers #careers #recruiting #socialcare #socialcarerecruitment #childrenincare #positivebehavioursupportholistic

Great News! U.S. Senators introduced the Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2024, a bipartisan legislation that reauthorizes critical reentry grant programs like housing services, career training, and substance use and mental illness treatment. By investing in these programs, we're working to reduce recidivism, strengthen communities, and enhance public safety. https://bit.ly/3RpyvjX

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has announced a proposal to expand the Community Assisted Response and Engagement, CARE, program to a citywide initiative. The expansion plan includes hiring additional behavioral help responders and launching new partnerships with local universities. The CARE program, launched last October, has shown success in the dual dispatch pilot, which simultaneously paired and dispatched behavioral help responders and Seattle Police Department officers from the 911 center. Data from the pilot has shown that CARE responders were able to safely assist community members in need and freed up police resources for higher priority calls. The expansion plan calls for hiring an additional 18 responders and 3 supervisors in the coming months, as well as immediately extending the current service area from Downtown, SODO, and the Chinatown-International District to additional neighborhoods ranging from Capitol Hill to the Montlake area. The expansion plan also includes a new department head, Amy Smith, who will serve as the department's permanent Chief, upon approval by the Seattle City Council. The expansion plan targets this fall for expansion into North Seattle, followed by South and Southwest Seattle by the end of 2024. The CARE department will continue to develop partnerships and share information with diverse response programs in other cities, as it is increasingly recognized as a national leader in this work. What are your thoughts on this expansion plan? Do you believe it will be successful in creating a new paradigm in public safety?

What Happens When a Mandated Reporter Fails to Report to DCF? First, let us define what a Mandated Reporter is. A mandated reporters are individuals who, in their professional capacity, work with children. This includes doctors, nurses, pediatricians, psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, school teachers, principals, vice principals, guidance counselors, school nurses, social workers both within and outside of schools, as well as clergy like rabbis, ministers, and priests. Mandated reporters have an important requirement to report suspected abuse or neglect of a child to Department of Children and Families (DCF). It may sound simple and straightforward, but you’ll be surprised to learn how many cases can go unreported. Read more about it on my website. www.seaverdcflawyer.com Need a DCF Defense Lawyer in Massachusetts? Call us if you have DCF legal questions. Call my office at (617) 263-2633 or fill out the form on my website #dcf #familylaw #familylawyer #familylawfirm #departmentofchildrenandfamilyservices #attorney #lawyer #bostonlawyer #bostonusa #bostonmasachusetts #massachusetts

When you hear the word “safety,” what comes to mind? You might imagine a safe place—your home, a local park, a place of worship—or the people you trust the most. All of those things—homes, human connection, public spaces, joy, and creativity—are the hallmarks of safety in our lives. Yet these basic human needs rarely show up in conversations around public safety. Recognizing that fundamental needs like housing are integral to public safety means pivoting to approaches that are preventative instead of reactive. Instead of responding to crimes only after they have occurred, we can prevent them from happening in the first place by investing in strong, healthy communities. And that goes hand in hand with addressing the injustices that have created racial disparities in access to housing, education, job opportunities, health care, and other basic needs. This April, inspired by #FairHousingMonth, we’ll be exploring why housing justice is essential to community safety, what Housing Resource Centers offer to the community, how evictions undermine family safety, and why securing stable housing is such a vital step for folks returning from incarceration. Revisit our approach to public safety overall, and follow us this month to discover why any conversation around community safety must include how to address the housing crisis. https://lnkd.in/edZPFvrA

Exciting news from Mindful Staffing Solutions! We're thrilled to announce our groundbreaking partnership with the Milwaukee District Attorney's Office and Justice Point. Our collaboration is designed to pave a transformative path for individuals with open cases but not yet convicted, offering them a beacon of hope and a tangible opportunity for change. At Mindful Staffing, we believe in the power of education and employment as key drivers for social reintegration. Through this partnership, we're offering zero-tuition education and employment opportunities, coupled with essential supportive services like housing and transportation. Our aim is to provide a comprehensive support system for those under the supervision of Justice Point, empowering them to redefine their futures. The essence of this initiative is rooted in a profound belief: corrective behavior and community contribution hold far more value than incarceration. By participating in our programs, individuals have a chance to demonstrate their commitment to positive change, which will be acknowledged as evidence of corrective behavior in court. This approach not only supports the individuals' personal growth but also underscores a collective commitment to nurturing productive, contributing members of society. Together, we're not just offering a second chance; we're advocating for a shift in perspective, highlighting the importance of rehabilitation over punishment. It's about building bridges, not barriers, and ensuring that justice and opportunity go hand in hand. We will continue to use implement our model in all areas of society where we find lack of opportunity, chance for hope, or social & economic barriers. Join us as we embark on this journey to make a meaningful impact, one life at a time. It's a testament to what we can achieve when we unite for a common goal: transforming lives and fostering a more inclusive, supportive community. #Partnership #SocialImpact #EducationForAll #JusticeReform #MindfulStaffingSolutions #Milwaukee

What is a Mandated Reporter? Here is what you need to know! Understanding who mandatory reporters are is CRUCIAL. These dedicated professionals work in various capacities with children, and they play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our youngest generation. Mandatory reporters come from diverse fields, ranging from healthcare providers like doctors, nurses, pediatricians, and psychiatrists to mental health experts such as psychologists and therapists. In the educational sphere, school teachers, principals, vice principals, guidance counselors, school nurses, and even social workers in both school and non-school settings are part of this important group. Additionally, members of the clergy, including ministers, rabbis, and priests, also carry the responsibility of mandatory reporting when it comes to child abuse or neglect suspicions. These professionals are uniquely positioned to observe and act upon potential issues, given their close interactions with families and children. The essence of mandatory reporting is simple: anyone who works with children in a professional capacity must, by law, report any suspicions of child abuse or neglect. This collective responsibility underscores the importance of vigilance and the role each of us plays in safeguarding our children's well-being. By ensuring that those who interact with children daily are vigilant and proactive, we create safer environments for our youngest members of society. Need a DCF Defense Lawyer in Massachusetts? Call us if you have DCF legal questions. Call my office at (617) 263-2633 or fill out the form on my website here: https://lnkd.in/e_9fwBR #dcf #familylaw #familylawyer #familylawfirm #departmentofchildrenandfamilyservices #attorney #lawyer #bostonlawyer #bostonusa #bostonmasachusetts #massachusetts