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Truancy in Texas
The Department of Justice’s recent announcement of an investigation into…
Apr 21, 2015
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It’s time to leave punishment at the prison gate
At a time when politicians and economists of every stripe and persuasion are…
Apr 17, 2015
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Viewing prison education as a smart investment
Why do you help fund college education programs in prison?
I like to give…
Apr 14, 2015
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New guide helps correctional facilities keep vulnerable people safe under PREA
Vera’s Center on Sentencing and Corrections, in conjunction with the National…
Apr 09, 2015
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The supervisor’s role in promoting fair and impartial policing
The efforts of law enforcement agencies to promote fair and impartial policing…
Apr 02, 2015
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The five R’s to improving youth outcomes in Illinois
Last week, the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) held a press…
Apr 01, 2015
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Senator Booker and justice experts discuss the path to reform at Vera event
For the past six months, we’ve used an anniversary—the 20th anniversary of the…
Mar 30, 2015
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The role of research in filling system gaps
WNYC’s “Breaking Point” series highlights shortcomings in New York City’s…
Mar 27, 2015
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Homeward Bound
What are your thoughts about the Family Reentry Pilot Program and what do you…
Mar 24, 2015
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Building trust through trauma-informed policing
For many victims and witnesses, a police officer is the first criminal justice…
Mar 20, 2015