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OPINION | If We Can Find Millions to Build Fences Around a Youth Jail, We Can Invest in Helping Youth Thrive -- full op-ed by Sarah Cusworth, Ph.D., & Dr. Ben Danielson linked below "Recent headlines about youth running away from a juvenile detention facility, and the fence currently under construction in response, have added fuel to an ongoing debate about our state’s juvenile rehabilitation system — how it’s working, if it’s working, and what to do to improve it. As that dialogue plays out, some may be tempted to adopt measures that isolate and punish young people. But now is a time to engage in careful and responsible policymaking. Research shows that investments in earlier intervention, not expensive investment in capital projects, will make our communities safer and allow young people to provide meaningful accountability to victims and seek a fresh start for their own lives." /// #Voices #Youth #Jail #WashingtonState #Seattle #SouthSeattle #SouthEnd

Invest in prevention and early intervention! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

I have a passion for keeping our adolescents out of jail/detention: I recently spoke with a senior about this topic. She told me that placing these young people in jail would teach them hard lessons and make them better citizens. I shared my firm belief that there are alternatives. I gave her a copy of my new book, which includes lived experiences and researched data stating that the other options are better for our future and community safety. I shared four approaches that must be implemented soon: ** Community-based day treatment programs engaging youth and family ** Behavioural treatment interventions ** Group homes where treatment modalities address risk factors. ** Employ professional, trained staff. Read "END Incarceration" to increase your knowledge of what should be done before adolescents become involved with the justice system.

Lancaster County's 2023-2025 Strategic Plan includes a focus on 'Community Well-Being and Safety,' which is all about providing a range of public safety services and enhancing access to human services. This includes... ✅ Expanded access to crisis intervention, behavioral health services, and basic needs support services. ✅ Ensuring residents of all abilities have physical access to government programs and services. ✅ Enhancing diversion programs and alternatives to incarceration to decrease the jail population and reduce recidivism. Learn more about our ongoing efforts to create a safer, more inclusive county at https://lnkd.in/gRC8Wy5P 💫 #LancasterCounty #Nebraska #CountyGovernment #StrategicPlan #CommunityWellness #

"87% of juvenile offenders released from state-operated facilities are rearrested within three years." (worldmetric.org) After having an amazing meeting with a Hamilton County (OH) agency director, Coach Mike D.A. was galvanized to do some more research on juvenile recidivism. From his own past experience, he knew things were bad, however the stats were mind-blowing: • Approximately 75% of juvenile offenders released from detention facilities are rearrested within three years. • One study found that 45% of juvenile offenders were rearrested within 12 months. • Juveniles with prior court referrals are 77% more likely to be rearrested. and list goes on. There's an obvious disconnect going on in youth and young adult programming which is not just an issue of staffing. Visit our website to learn more about one of our credible solutions.

Explore meaningful ways to uplift your community 🎊 Taylor Made Re-Entry has partnered with the Michigan Secretary of State's Office Mobile Unit to ease the re-entry journey by covering the cost of identifications and driver's license for men and women being released from jails across Michigan. Why It Matters: supporting this initiative is more than just identifications or driver’s licenses; it's about rebuilding lives. Proper identification is the first step towards employment, housing, and reunification with families once released from jail. Having an ID when walking out of jail is one of the key pieces to a fresh start. How You Can Help: your financial support can make a world of difference. Every dollar contributes to a brighter future for someone looking for a second chance. Visit taylormadereentry.org or make a check payable to Taylor Made Re-Entry to make an impact. 💙💚 #RebuildLives #CommunitySupport #taylormadereentry #ChangeMakers #restorativejustice #support

Excited to share a piece I wrote for Vital City on the power of transparent data. Sharing and collectively reviewing data on processes and outcomes with justice system partners paves the way for stronger, more confident advancements in programs and policies. What is working and what needs attention? Shared data and a commitment to growth are key for instilling confidence in new and growing programs like pretrial supervised release. This is one of the strategies in this issue of Vital City which focuses on New York City's jail population and how good public policy can bring it down while keeping the city safe. https://lnkd.in/gCE4RZw4

At a time when it’s tempting to believe that the justice reform movement has lost momentum and that elected officials are unwilling to take risks to build a more humane and effective response to crime, it’s energizing to read this report from California. Can we hope that fundamental prison reform can set the pace for the next chapter of justice reform? Can human dignity become our new North Star? Thanks to everyone who worked on this report and Gov. Newsom for issuing the challenge to our better angels.

1 in 2 U.S. adults has a family member in jail, yet justice-involved individuals' needs are often overlooked. To better serve this vulnerable population and strengthen our social safety net, prioritization of care for incarcerated individuals is crucial. Read our latest blog post to learn more about the behavioral health challenges for incarcerated individuals and how working to mitigate these challenges can improve individual and community safety. https://bit.ly/486n5XW #WeAreBambooHealth #BehavioralHealth