Washington State Institute for Public Policy (WSIPP) (Olympia WA)
Correctional Industries Programs for Adult Offenders in Prison: Estimates of Benefits and Costs
Results of a cost-benefit analysis of correctional industries programs are provided.
Does Participation in Washington's Work Release Facilities Reduce Recidivism?
The effect of work release facilities in Washington State on recidivism is assessed.
Return on Investment: Evidence-Based Options to Improve Statewide Outcomes--July 2011 Update
An overview is presented of findings (as of July 2011) regarding “a comprehensive list of programs and policies that improve ...
WSIPP's Benefit-Cost Tool for States: Examining Policy Options in Sentencing and Corrections
The development and implementation of an analytical tool that helps states determine which evidence-based practices are most cost effective in prev
What Works to Reduce Recidivism by Domestic Violence Offenders?
If your agency is thinking of using the Duluth model you need to read this report.
Inventory of Evidence-Based and Research-Based Programs for Adult Corrections
Evidence-based and research-based programs to be used by adult corrections in Washington State are inventoried.
Updated Inventory of Evidence-Based, Research-Based, and Promising Practices for Prevention and Intervention Services For Children and Juveniles in the Child Welfare, Juvenile Justice, and Mental Health Systems
Prevention and intervention services (mental health, child welfare, and juvenile justice) provided to children and juveniles are inventoried.