Supporting Transition to Civilian Life Across the Sequential Intercept Model
Sharon Kirkpatrick, a member of the Washington Women Veterans Advisory Committee, approaches veteran reentry with a fundamental principle: individuals are veterans first, before their justice system involvement. In her initial meetings with veterans, she immediately acknowledges and honors their military service—a crucial step that helps veterans process and value their own sacrifices. By helping veterans see that their identity extends far beyond a criminal charge, she empowers them to look past their current circumstances and successfully navigate the path toward reentry.
