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National Resource Center on Justice-Involved Women (NRCJIW) (Washington DC)

  • Ten Truths that Matter When Working with Justice Involved Women

    “This document reviews ten truths about justice involved women-gleaned from the research over the last few decades -that must be recognized if we a

  • Responding to the Needs of Women Veterans Involved in the Criminal Justice System

    "As criminal justice practitioners, we need to understand that the issues facing women veterans in the justice system may be complex as a result of

  • Using Trauma-Informed Practices to Enhance Safety and Security in Women's Correctional Facilities

    "In the wake of significant research on trauma and the interventions required to address it, a number of correctional agencies have made efforts to

  • Gender Responsive Discipline and Sanctions Policy Guide for Women's Facilities

    "The Guide is designed to assist corrections professionals in revising discipline and sanctions policies and practices to more effectively manage w

  • Communications Toolkit: Resources for Outreach and Educating Others on Justice Involved Women and Gender Responsive Approaches

    Women involved in the criminal justice system have challenging and complex needs that are different than men’s.

  • Working With Women Who Perpetrate Violence: A Practice Guide

    "This practice brief was designed to summarize the available research on female perpetrated violence.