Past Resources of the Week
ROTW: Reentry Matters: Strategies and Successes of Second Chance Act Grantees Across the United States
Monday, December 30, 2013
- Justice Center: Council of State Governments
- Link: http://stage.csgjusticecenter.org
The program snapshots in this publication illustrate the positive impact these reentry initiatives can have by focusing on areas vital to successful reintegration back into the community, including employment, education, mentoring, and substance abuse and mental health treatment. Also highlighted are programs that address the needs of a particular population, such as women, youth and their families, and tribal communities. Representing a wide range of populations served, these programs also demonstrate the diversity of approaches that can address recidivism and increase public safety.
This updated guide provides a summary of the recent statewide wins in ban the box, documents all statewide ban the box policies, and summarizes legislation introduced this year.