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12/17/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/17/2024 10:41

Briefing on Correctional Programming and Educational Opportunities

On Monday, December 16th, the National Governors Association (NGA) hosted a joint briefing for the Criminal Justice Policy Advisors (CJPA) network and the Governors Education Policy Advisors (GEPA) network. The briefing discussed challenges and best practices for educational programs and opportunities in correctional settings.

The briefing featured a presentation by Jobs for the Future. Their presentation included a discussion of the state trends in education for incarcerated individuals both pre- and post-release. The briefing also featured a discussion of challenges and best practices for Governor's offices looking to support or develop educational opportunities in corrections facilities and measure program success.

NGA holds monthly briefings for Governors' Criminal Justice Policy Advisors. Please reach out to Maria Kearl (mkearl@nga.org) for additional information.