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Reentry simulations are really crucial for criminal justice practitioners. They help highlight the barriers that individuals impacted by the justice system face when reentering society. It’s important for us to understand these challenges. #Reentry

🔍Discover the transformative power of SAHEE org's work within correctional facilities. Through rehabilitation and awareness programs, we witness prisoners undergo remarkable changes in mindset and behavior. Watch the video to learn more about our impactful initiatives. #RehabilitationSuccess #ChangingLives #SAHEEOrg 🌟

 Focusing on Oregon's correctional facilities, I provide critical analysis on Operational and Physical Security to uphold justice and protect the incarcerated. Explore more: https//simco1.com/     #PrisonSecurityOregon #JoeGunjaExpert #CorrectionalSecurity #JusticeInCorrections #SecurityAnalysis #InmateProtection #LegalTestimony #OregonLaw

We are thrilled to introduce the Security Threat Group Training and Technical Assistance (STG TTA) Group, a dedicated collective committed to making a tangible difference in reducing gang associations and activities within juvenile justice and adult correctional facilities. Led by industry experts Sharon Pette, Felix Mickens, and Eldra Jackson III, our group brings together decades of invaluable experience and expertise to address the complex challenges of gang violence. The STG TTA program focuses on providing tailored solutions and proven strategies grounded in best practices research. Our comprehensive STG TTA consulting package is meticulously designed to transform agency and facility culture over a two-year period. From conducting comprehensive facility assessments to developing multi-year implementation plans and providing ongoing technical support, our services are specifically crafted to meet the unique needs of our partners. We serve a diverse range of clients within the juvenile justice and adult correctional systems, including state and local government agencies, correctional facilities, and community organizations. By addressing the root causes of gang violence and empowering agencies with the tools and resources they need, we aim to create safer environments for both staff and youth, ultimately paving the way for brighter futures. Want to learn more about how STG TTA can assist your organization? Share this post to spread the word and reach those who could benefit from our services. Together, let's make a lasting impact! #STGTTA #JuvenileJustice #FacilitySafety #YouthEmpowerment #CommunityImpact

My latest blog post, "How many correctional systems does it take to install air conditioning? " https://buff.ly/3WadkoT #prisons #PrisonAirConditioning #ACinPrisons #CorrectionalFacilityAC #InmateComfort #PrisonClimateControl #CorrectionalHVAC #PrisonLivingConditions

Way 2 go Warren CI! Keep setting the standard! Honorable mention to Columbus CI before Warden Walsh retired they had a all women’s leadership executive team too! Keep making history ladies! #proudmoment #wearewomenincorrections #womenleadership #corrections #criminaljustice #teamncdac #ncdac

Are correctional officers juggling too much? Holding the line shouldn't mean doing it all alone. Check out our latest blog to learn how partnering with specialists can help officers focus on what they do best: https://lnkd.in/ddG9j9Es

Canada achieving great results in youth justice and incarceration. Lessons for Australia for sure. "Average counts of young persons in provincial and territorial correctional services" https://lnkd.in/gvbJXAb4

So prison staffing is a problem in Norway even at a ratio of 0.8 inmates/staff according to https://lnkd.in/e9srcBHf Prisoners-in-Europe-2022.pdf. What about my country with a ratio more than double lower (1.8)? Not to talk about the medical staff in penitentiaries, in the context of general heath care staff crisis! #prisonstaff #prisonstaffing #prisonhumanresources

Can leadership failures create a breeding ground for misconduct in correctional facilities? In this episode of the Prison Officer Podcast, we confront this critical question head-on. Through the lens of Stanley Milgram's famous 1963 obedience study, we unravel the often unseen dynamics of authority in corrections, exploring when and how the duty to intervene should override blind obedience. Recent cases of systemic leadership breakdowns are scrutinized, revealing how these lapses can foster environments where illegal and immoral actions flourish. I discuss the emotional rollercoaster faced by both staff and inmates during crises and why intervention is as crucial as physical action in preventing escalation.