Education

Effect of public safety realignment variables on the perceived employability of former offenders: public perception of the role of type of custody and program participation

stephqian — Thu, 13 Feb 2020 22:24:09 +0000

Effect of public safety realignment variables on the perceived employability of former offenders: public perception of the role of type of custody and program participation stephqian Thu, 02/13/2020 - 14:24 More Article Jessica A. Cerda, Douglas M. Stenstrom, Mathew Curtis August 15, 2018

Routledge Taylor & Francis Group -

This research article seeks to uncover the relationship between types of custody and program participation on perception of the employability of former offenders. The study utilized experimental methods in which participants were randomly assigned one of six conditions with manipulations in terms of custody types and program participation. Participants were asked to role-play as an employer and indicate their inclination to hire an applicant based on their description. Findings suggest that applicants that participated in the vocational program are more employable than those who did not. Additionally, custody type does not have a direct effect on employability. Jessica Cerda is a counselor at Los Angeles City College. She assists students experiencing academic difficulties, probation and academic dismissal. Douglas M. Stenstrom is a professor of psychology at the California State University of Los Angeles. Mathew Curtis is a clinical associate professor of communication at the University of Southern California

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First Step Act: Best Practices for Academic and Vocational Education for Offenders

stephqian — Thu, 13 Feb 2020 22:22:18 +0000

First Step Act: Best Practices for Academic and Vocational Education for Offenders stephqian Thu, 02/13/2020 - 14:22 More Article David B. Muhlhausen, Hugh J. Hurwitz February 13, 2020

National Institute of Justice -

This report conveys the best practices in regards to the academic and vocational education for offenders in state facilities. The report does not describe its methodology, but rather provides a citation for a methodology guide by the National Institute of Justice: CrimeSolutions.gov. The text concludes with the notion that correctional programs often lack scientific rigor to prove their effectiveness, however, this can be improved if policymakers provide more funding. The National Institute of Justice is the research, development, and evaluation agency of the U.S. Department of Justice. NIJ’s mission is to advance scientific research, development, and evaluation to enhance the administration of justice and public safety.

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^{Keywords: National Institute of Justice, best practices, evidence-based policymaking, reentry, vocational education, academic education, juveniles, First Step Act}

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Nation’s Largest Prosecutor Organization Endorses Pell Grant Restoration for Incarcerated Students

stephqian — Thu, 13 Feb 2020 22:18:55 +0000

Nation’s Largest Prosecutor Organization Endorses Pell Grant Restoration for Incarcerated Students stephqian Thu, 02/13/2020 - 14:18 More Article National District Attorneys Association August 01, 2019

National District Attorneys Association -

This report by the National District Attorneys Association (NDAA) conveys that as of September 1, 2019, the NDAA supports the Restoring Education and Learning Act (REAL Act). According to the report, this reform is just one of many to ensure a more equitable criminal justice system. The NDAA intends to continue to work with Congress to secure prisoners' access to Pell grant funding which continues the work of the FIRST Step Act of 2018 to successfully reintegrate the incriminated back into society. The NDAA is the largest prosecutor organization in the US.

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CPAP Assessment of CDCR Recidivism-Reduction Programs (2014)

stephqian — Tue, 08 Jan 2019 00:19:18 +0000

CPAP Assessment of CDCR Recidivism-Reduction Programs (2014) stephqian Mon, 01/07/2019 - 16:19 More Article Jesse Jannetta June 01, 2013

University of California, Irvine, Center for Evidence-Based Corrections -

26 recidivism reduction programs across the country are assessed using the California Program Assessment Process (CPAP) to determine the extent to which they implement evidence-based programming. Report emphasizes CPAP ratings are an accentuation of the importance of evidence based design of individual recidivism impacting programs as opposed to actually reducing recidivism in California.

By using evidence, the UCI Center for Evidence Based Corrections utilizes the research power of the University of California to provide information to policy makers.

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Community Corrections

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Education

Evaluation of Seven Second Chance Act Adult Demonstration Programs: Impact Findings at 30 Months (2018)

stephqian — Tue, 08 Jan 2019 00:17:38 +0000

Evaluation of Seven Second Chance Act Adult Demonstration Programs: Impact Findings at 30 Months (2018) stephqian Mon, 01/07/2019 - 16:17 More Article Ronald D'Amico, Hui Kim May 01, 2018

Office of Justice Programs -

Report on the impact of Second Chance Act (SCA) programs and an evaluation of whether such programs reduce recidivism and increase employment. Study randomly assigned 966 adult offenders in 4 counties and 3 different states to re-entry program treatment or control groups with recidivism and employment measured at 18 and 30 months. Study found no reduction in recidivism rate for either group, but an increase in employment and earnings for those assigned to the treatment. Report suggests results could be improved with additional funding to counties.

The Office of Justice Programs provides federal leadership in developing the nation’s capacity to prevent and control crime, administer justice, and assist crime victims.

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^{Keywords: Second Chance Act Adult Demonstration Program, case management, random assignment, employment, substance abuse treatment, cognitive behavior therapy, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Criminal Justice, Health and Human Services, re-entry}

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California’s Prison Education System is Yielding Impressive Results (2018)

stephqian — Wed, 05 Dec 2018 20:07:43 +0000

California’s Prison Education System is Yielding Impressive Results (2018) stephqian Wed, 12/05/2018 - 12:07 More Article Ben Paytner March 26, 2018

Fast Company -

A report on the California state prison education system, which suggests that having incarcerated people taking college classes reduces recidivism. Study uses statistics from RAND to argue recidivism rates of inmates who receive college education are cut in half. Report claims funding for college education programs in prison is a solution to continue reducing recidivism.

Ben Paynter is a senior writer at fast company covering social impact, future of philanthropy, and innovative food companies.

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Returns on Investments in Recidivism-Reducing Programs (2017)

stephqian — Wed, 05 Dec 2018 20:02:36 +0000

Returns on Investments in Recidivism-Reducing Programs (2017) stephqian Wed, 12/05/2018 - 12:02 More Article May 01, 2018

The Executive Office of the President of the United States, Council of Economic Advisers -

A report on recidivism reduction programs that could reduce the cost of crime through education and re-entry programs addressing mental health problems. Data describes programs addressing mental health as having more impact on reducing cost and future crime, while data supporting education programs is too incomplete to recognize any returns on investing. Study shows increased research evidence is necessary before future investment to reduce recidivism as a whole.

The Council of Economic Advisers is an agency within the Executive Office of the United States that uses the best available data to offer the President objective economic advice based on research and empirical evidence.

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