COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Russell County Sheriff’s Office is unveiling a new program that aims to prepare inmates for life after release. I.G.N.I.T.E., or Inmate Growth Naturally and Intentionally ...

VALPARAISO, Chile — At first, the tackles, rucks and mauls were merely survival tactics within the harsh world of prison. But what began as a workshop behind barbed wire has transcended the walls of ...

Across the world, justice systems are rethinking what safety really means. Countries from Canada to New Zealand are showing that community-led reintegration produces better outcomes than punishment ...

A mobile phone, a computer with an internet connection and a platform for video calls can be used in many ways inside a prison. Prisoners can use them to stay in contact with illegal activities ...

Elizabeth has introduced an initiative aimed at reducing recidivism rates among residents returning from jail or prison. The Elizabeth Reentry Program (COERP) seeks to provide comprehensive support to ...

Pennsylvania is a state that believes in second chances. Recent bipartisan legislation, which I have supported, reflects this commitment. This includes Senate Bill 838 of 2023, which reformed the ...

With little autonomy in their lives, prisoners have often lost much of their self-esteem and confidence, Dr Martinovic says. In the Inside-Out program they learn about policymaking, how difficult it ...