The coronavirus pandemic could explode within the walls of prisons and jails. And it could spread even further among those on parole. Although some states and facilities are taking action in these areas, it may be too little too late. […]
Tag Archives: California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
CalPIA Case Planning Project created to help prepare inmates for employment
Many people consider prison industries a form of slave labor, thanks to the incredibly low wages usually paid. But some prisoners look at it as a way to get out of their cells, feel useful and learn how to work […]
California’s CDCR STOP program targets those leaving prison who have a risk of reoffending
During the past decade, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has focused on rehabilitation in order to help those leaving prison have more chances to succeed, with the end goal of a reduction in recidivism. One effective way it […]
What makes a good prison library
At Jails to Jobs we realize the importance of inmates getting access to job search information so they’ll be ready to hit the pavement upon release. And one way to get that information is by spending time in the library […]
California expands college opportunities for inmates
An agreement signed this spring between the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office will provide the first-ever funding to California community colleges for courses taught inside state prisons. Beginning with four pilot project […]