Developing External Relations for Prisoner Reentry Programming

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In order to maximize effectiveness, prisoner reentry programs need to develop mutually beneficial relationships with their local government and community, the criminal justice system, community and faith organizations, and employers. The following recommendations serve as a guide for bolstering the external relations of faith and community-based organizations, city agencies, and other entities engaged in prisoner reentry programming. These suggestions are adapted from the publication Call to Action, which includes a series of case studies of organizations participating in Ready4Work, Public/Private Ventures’ national prisoner reentry demonstration program, or other prisoner reentry issues.