ND Dept of Corrections and Rehabilitation

We are extremely grateful to have Lt. Governor Tammy Miller join Zach and Dread in the #podcast booth for this week's episode! Lt. Governor Tammy Miller sits down in the Booth to talk about her experience doing a prison re-entry simulation, progress being made in the justice system, and how second chances are needed moving forward!!! Questions or comments for the show? Email karichards@nd.gov Music featured in this episode was performed by David " Ninja " Lee! Song 1: Sending My Voice To The Universe Song 2 : Prayer For The Children https://lnkd.in/g_RQZyx7

Congratulations to these MRCC residents who completed Parenting Inside Out® on August 19, 2024! From left to right: James Bonner, Chris Aldrich, Jose Amaro Molina and Derek Dillman. The Parenting Inside Out® program is an evidence-based parenting skills training program developed for criminal justice involved parents. The prison parenting program is appropriate for both incarcerated mothers and incarcerated fathers who are parenting from prison. At the core of Parenting Inside Out® is Parent Management Training (PMT), various versions of which appears on the “best practice” lists of the American Psychological Association, the US Department of Health and Human Services, and the Office of Victims of Crime of the US Department of Justice. PMT includes communication, problem -solving, monitoring, positive reinforcement, and non-violent discipline techniques. Topics covered: • Communications skills • Problem-solving skills • Emotion regulation (anger management) • Child development • Nurturing children through reading and play • Family dynamics • Giving effective directions and using positive reinforcement • Child guidance and non-violent discipline techniques • Adult development and the parenting role • Transition planning and family reintegration

We are excited to announce Ministry on the Margins (MOTM) is launching a "Book to Residents" program at the North Dakota State Penitentiary (NDSP)! Anyone is welcome to purchase books off the MOTM Amazon Wishlist for residents at NDSP. And if you're feeling a little extra generous, MOTM has a few other items on their list as well! The DOCR and MOTM hope to develop similar programs with other DOCR facilities soon. We are so grateful for our partnerships within our communities who support our mission and further increase public safety by providing resources to those who need it most. https://lnkd.in/gXmz9DN7

Partners from Vocational Rehabilitation, Tom Schiwal and Melissa Stute, were in the #podcast booth today! They are one of our many community partners and will attend the Community Resource Fair next week at NDSP. Have you had a chance to listen to this week's episode? Dr. Perry visits with the hosts over Zoom to talk about childhood trauma and how it's connected to folks that are incarcerated! Also, why U.N.I.T.Y. Village is a GREAT way to help the young adults HEAL from trauma! Questions or comments for the show? Email karichards@nd.gov Music featured in this episode was performed by: Stephon Shannon aka Sincerely Yours Song: Is It Love https://lnkd.in/g9ypmi2A

🐾 Hello, Copper, and welcome to team NDDOCR! Copper is a NATIONAL POLICE CANINE ASSOCIATION INC certified German Shepherd that is currently certified in narcotic detection to include methamphetamine, heroin, cocaine, and marijuana. Copper will be utilized within Parole, Probation, and Pretrial Services (PPPS) to deter narcotics using his skills to do complete vehicle and building searches. It is well known that users and traffickers are always looking of ways to conceal narcotics and by having a #K9 within our department, Copper and his handler, PO Justin Krohmer, will be utilized as much as possible to locate any and all narcotics with clients that are on supervised probation resulting in an enhanced public safety effort.

Last week, Parole, Probation, and Pretrial Services (PPPS) Director Tom Erhardt and several other PPPS team members attended the ND Peace Officer’s Convention in Fargo, hosted by Cass County Sheriff's Office - Fargo, ND. Team members participated in activities and training consisting of a case study on a transnational fentanyl interdiction Operation Denial, outlaw motorcycle gangs, undercover concerns, and fundamental leadership principles. Additionally, Parole Officer IV, Tad Granmoe, was elected Second Vice President of the North Dakota Peace Officers Association - NDPOA Executive Board! Congratulations, Tad!

🎓 We have another graduate at MRCC to celebrate!   Charles Brame showed an immense amount of determination and perseverance in studying for his GED. He had to take some of his tests several times but that didn’t deter him. His determination to accomplish his goal of earning his GED is admirable and inspiring!

New #podcast episode alert! The Chainz 2 Changed Publicist and Agent is in the booth! Show Notes There is an actual person behind the email address karichards@nd.gov. She reveals who she is, and what she does in the Department of Corrections. She also dives into what she does for the Chainz 2 Changed Podcast. She also reveals how scared she was when first coming to work here, and if that still remains true. Listen to find out!! Comments or questions for the show? Email karichards@nd.gov https://lnkd.in/gRuaSztg

On Friday August 9th, 2024, NDSP hosted a Prison Outreach Concert with Kent Dudley & Bended Knee (they also visited JRCC the day before). Including Kent, the band consists of seven members. Kent Dudley has been singing since he was in his 20s and has toured all over the United States. Kent’s music is rooted in country style, singing about his faith, family, and country. Kent has been in ministry for over 30 years as a worship leader, Pastor, and Chaplain in elder care. His humor and wisdom of the Bible have worked to win the hearts of both young and old. Kent Dudley & Bended Knee has shifted toward prison ministry. The residents appreciate their talents and their message. They are looking forward to their next visit!

📚 MRCC Educator, Michelle Candy, wrote an article that was published in the ProLiteracy Worldwide's Adult Literacy Education (ALE) Research Journal! You can read Michelle's article here: https://lnkd.in/e6d6QKx9