Jail reentry

This white paper captures the insights of this group on the current state of jail reentry, providing a deeply informed and complex snapshot of the current realities of jail reentry. It begins with a summary of the changes identified by the advisory group that are significantly affecting jail reentry work. It then expands upon the main thematic areas that emerged from the advisory group meetings, including practical examples of how to address each area.

Explore the critical challenges and opportunities in managing behavioral health during jail reentry. Learn about evidence-based interventions like MOUD, the impact of Medicaid expansion, and strategies for coordinating care between jails and community partners to improve outcomes.

Explore the critical challenges and key opportunities in jail reentry service provision, focusing on essential needs like housing, transportation, and community support.

Discover key challenges and opportunities in jail reentry programming for women. Learn how trauma-informed care, gender-responsive risk assessments, and family engagement can improve outcomes.

Explore the challenges and opportunities of incorporating individuals with lived experience into jail reentry programs, peer support roles, and strategic planning.

Explore the challenges and opportunities of screening and assessment in jail reentry, balancing predictive risk tools with fairness, equity, and systemic reform.

Explore the challenges and opportunities in implementing data-driven jail reentry strategies. Learn how to overcome barriers to data sharing, improve evaluation capacity, and build university partnerships.

Explore the critical challenges facing jail staff—including severe shortages and workplace trauma—and discover actionable opportunities for better staff retention, flexible workplace policies, and trauma-informed support.

Explore the challenges and opportunities in coordinating jail-based and community reentry partners. Learn how to navigate funding shortages, streamline multiple case managers, and improve collaboration to support successful reintegration.

Discover the crucial role of family engagement in jail reentry. Learn how in-person visits, digital connection, and realistic expectations can support incarcerated individuals and reduce recidivism.

Discover key takeaways from the TJC Expert Advisory Panel on jail reentry. Learn why navigating complex transitions is a "long game" that requires long-term collaboration, consistency, and starting with solid data and assessment.

Explore the bibliography and research references for the NIC digital publication on jail reentry challenges, opportunities, and community transitions.