Implementing Reentry Strategies
Offender Reentry: A Police Perspective features a police department that has developed, implemented, and currently manages a reentry program. The video illustrates potentially transferable strategies and practices that law enforcement executives can use to implement or expand an offender reentry program in their jurisdiction.
CSG Launches Interactive Reentry Housing Options Tool
The Council of State Governments (CSG) offers a Web-based tool to help users learn more about different reentry housing options available for individuals released from prison or jail. The chart compares housing types on several dimensions, including potential funding sources, level of availability in the community, typical length of stay, and potential barriers to accessing a particular option. It also offers descriptions of programs that have successfully housed ex-offenders and provides links to the program Web sites when available.
Employing Individuals With Transitional Jobs
Transitional Jobs: A Workforce Strategy for Cities offers a framework for effectively serving individuals facing significant barriers to employment. Strategies to help individuals overcome these obstacles include providing time-limited, wage-paying jobs combined with skill-development activities and related support services. The report also presents lessons learned through local transitional jobs programs.
