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We’re excited to share “From First Offense to Future Arrests: The Impact of Probation on Youth,” a new study from The Pew Charitable Trusts. Findings based on the CSG Justice Center’s analysis of data reveal that youth assigned to probation after their first offense are more likely to be rearrested, especially for technical violations, compared to those diverted from probation. Discover how diverting more youth from probation can enhance juvenile justice system efficiency and public safety outcomes. Read the full breakdown here: https://bit.ly/3Rz7pXP #ImproveYouthOutcomes

To protect the rights of incarcerated individuals in correctional institutions, strategies include legal protections, oversight and monitoring, training and education, alternative dispute resolution, mental health support, and rehabilitation and reintegration. Legal protections ensure incarcerated individuals have access to legal representation and due process, while oversight mechanisms and regular inspections promote accountability. Training and education on human rights standards, conflict resolution, and de-escalation techniques empower incarcerated individuals to advocate for themselves. Alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, such as mediation or counseling, can also be implemented. Focusing on rehabilitation and reintegration can create a more supportive environment for justice impacted individuals Charlotte Garnes Founder of ReNforce PHONE: (404) 985-0974 EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: www.renforce.org #nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #renforcewithcharlotte #renforce #diversity #inclusion #empowerment #volunteer #advocacy #humanity #humanrights #secondchances #impact #community #giveback #opportunity #careerseekers #support #education #buildingbridges

A recent article by the LA Daily News speaks on the effectiveness of reducing solitary confinement, shifting away from isolation while focusing on interaction-based interventions. According to the article, "studies show prolonged solitary confinement increases the risk of mental illness, self-harm, and recidivism.” However, “reducing solitary confinement could lead to up to $400 million dollars in savings to the state", where the funds could be directed to other programs that may prove to be effective. Could a more restorative approach be the answer? Let's discuss in the comments! To read the full article, go to: https://lnkd.in/gZMsRMB6 #criminal #justice #lawresource #restorativejustice #judges #sentencing #supervision #legalsupport #nonprofit #crimereduction #massincarceration #criminaljusticereform #reform #realchange #TheSentencingFoundation #TSF

One common myth is that RBS equals leniency. The truth is, RBS focuses on creating a collaborative sentencing plan that prioritizes rehabilitation and reduces recidivism. This benefits both individuals and communities. Learn more about this system here:  https://lnkd.in/giemYW-4 #criminal #justice #lawresource #restorativejustice #judges #sentencing #supervision #legalsupport #nonprofit #crimereduction #massincarceration #criminaljusticereform #reform #realchange #TheSentencingFoundation #TSF

Georgia has a high number of justice-impacted individuals, including those facing legal challenges. Court delays and a high incarceration rate contribute to these issues. Georgia's high incarceration and probation rate, highlights the needs for reforms to improve fairness, efficiency, and support in the criminal justice process. By acknowledging these challenges and working towards reforms, we can create a more just and compassionate criminal justice system that prioritizes rehabilitation, fairness, and support for justice-impacted individuals in Georgia and across the United States. Charlotte Garnes Founder of ReNforce PHONE: (404) 985-0974 EMAIL: [email protected] [email protected] WEBSITE: www.renforce.org #nonprofit #renforcewithcharlotte #diversity #BreakTheCycle #SkillsForSuccess #GAJusticeSystem #FairnessInJustice #OpportunityForAll #EmpowerThroughEmployment #buildingbridges #secondchances #inclusivehiring #justiceimpacted #workforcedevelopment #renforce #ReentrySupport #Georgia

Judges that follow our model of Resource-Based Sentencing and Supervision work through several steps when dealing with defendants: 1. Identify the reason(s) for the offense  2. Order conditions which directly address the identified reason(s)  3. Engage with the defendant to construct a comprehensive plan on how to meet the ordered condition(s)  4. Conduct periodic status hearings to hold the defendant accountable to making reasonable progress on fulfilling the sentencing condition(s) And throughout, the judge will refer the defendant to cost-free resources that will assist the defendant in fulfilling ordered condition(s). Through this model, we can thus decrease recidivism rates and improve outcomes. Want to learn more? Go to https://lnkd.in/euijQy3v. #criminal #justice #lawresource #restorativejustice #judges #sentencing #supervision #legalsupport #nonprofit #crimereduction #massincarceration #criminaljusticereform #reform #realchange #TheSentencingFoundation #TSF

Missing court can lead to fines, warrants, jail, and other significant consequences. Our proven solution is simple yet transformational: reimagine and reform the communications people receive about their court dates using #behavioralscience. 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 (𝗨𝗻)𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱: a hub of expertise that creates positive change—bringing our proven experience to reduce nonappearance and its harmful consequences. Our work is already preventing tens of thousands of missed court dates. 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝟱𝟬𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗳𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀. Alissa Fishbane Shannon M. ACLU Southern Poverty Law Center The Marshall Project MacArthur Foundation The Pew Charitable Trusts National Center for State Courts Advancing Pretrial Policy & Research (APPR) Arnold Ventures Ballmer Group Stand Together Trust Vera Institute of Justice

👐 Restorative Justice and Victims’ Empowerment 👐 Neglecting to acknowledge the felt needs of a harmed person can re-traumatise the individual, even after a case has been dealt with. The conventional criminal justice system often overlooks the victim's perspective, prioritising punitive measures over addressing the needs of those involved. Where do the victims stand in this system? Join the conversation with us during #RestorativeJustice Week to shed light on these overlooked perspectives. 👉 Check out our new blog on the Victim and Prisoner Bill: https://lnkd.in/eK9-2FPJ 👉 And more free resources on our web page: https://lnkd.in/eHWg5zAn #RJWeek #RJ4All ____ If you believe in our cause and you find the free resources we are disseminating during #rjweek useful, please consider donating through our Crowdfunder. We are raising funds to challenge poverty, a key factor that leads to community tensions and power abuse. Every contribution, no matter how small, will be doubled through our supporters: https://lnkd.in/e6vFPV9Q

"'We wanna prioritize rehabilitation over punishment for our children — teaching them the way of the world rather than throwing them away,' Jennifer shares, which Louisiana has the tendency to do. In fact, a 2020 report ranked Louisiana the worst in the nation on efforts to prioritize and protect children. A 2022 report finds 1 in 4 children living in poverty and 1 in 5 children living in a high poverty area in the state. Meanwhile, Louisiana ranks 46th in the nation for pre-K-12 education. The Landrys say the state’s resources aren’t being used to help children — the funds are instead going to perpetuate incarceration. Further addressing community needs, Families and Friends of Louisiana's Incarcerated Children (FFLIC) has implemented various programs such as the Rearing Court-Involved Youth project, working with the juvenile court system to provide parents of court-involved youth with individualized training, support and mentoring, as well as an advocacy initiative which pushes for rehabilitative treatment and reentry programs before and after children are incarcerated. State resources could benefit crucial community-based initiatives like these tremendously." https://lnkd.in/eufeCSda #FFLIC #NoMorePrisons #SolutionsNotSuspensions

💡 Measuring impact is a big thing for charities. Business can use profit as a proxy for success (which, in my humble opinion is problematic if the unintended consequences of that profit is a mess that someone else needs to clean up, but that's a whole other post 🤐 ) We are in a process just now of creating a impact measurement framework which will be one component of our impact triad so this week's People I Mostly Admire podcast really struck a chord. I'd recommend listening to the whole thing, but here's a bit that's been whirling round my head for the past few days: "But the other thing that I’ll say, I took a paralegal course when I was in prison, I also took a correspondence course in writing. That means that the prison allowed me to do that. [...]So, what if somebody was like, “What’s the effectiveness allowing these inmates to do these correspondence courses? Because they do cost staff time. Is this beneficial?” [...] I’ve excelled at every point in my life in terms of applying the things that I learned in prison. But if you tried to measure the efficacy of anything that I was doing in prison two years out, three years out, five years out, you would’ve been like, “Dwayne is still unemployed. He still doesn’t have meaningful employment five years after he got released from prison. He’s making less than minimum wage teaching poetry to children. All of this was a waste.” But if you look another five years, “You’re like, wait a minute. He has created 11 jobs for other people. He has actually found a way to move from inmate to trusted collaborator with some of the most respected Department of Correction officials in the country.” Would love to hear what you think, particularly if you give to charities