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Justice Center Publications

The Council of State Governments (CSG) Justice Center is a nonpartisan organization that offers research and technical assistance to help policymakers improve public safety and justice systems. The Justice Center offers a wide range of publications, including reports, issue briefs, toolkits, and best practice guides, on topics such as mental health, substance abuse, reentry, and juvenile justice. These resources are designed to support state and local policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders in their efforts to create more effective, efficient, and equitable justice systems. The publications are available for free on the CSG Justice Centers website.

Justice Center Publications

The Council of State Governments (CSG) Justice Center is a nonpartisan organization that offers research and technical assistance to help policymakers improve public safety and justice systems. The Justice Center offers a wide range of publications, including reports, issue briefs, toolkits, and best practice guides, on topics such as mental health, substance abuse, reentry, and juvenile justice. These resources are designed to support state and local policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders in their efforts to create more effective, efficient, and equitable justice systems. The publications are available for free on the CSG Justice Centers website.

https://csgjusticecenter.org/publications/
Council of State Governments
National Criminal Justice Reference Service – Resources

The National Criminal Justice Reference Service (NCJRS) is a federally funded resource offering justice and drug-related information to support research, policy, and program development. The NCJRS has an extensive online collection of publications and resources, including reports, research papers, and statistical data on a wide range of criminal justice topics. It is an excellent resource for policymakers, practitioners, researchers, students, and anyone interested in the criminal justice system. The organization provides a wide range of information and resources to support justice practitioners in decision-making, policy development, and program implementation. It is a valuable resource for those seeking information on crime and justice issues in the United States.

https://www.ncjrs.gov/
Office of Justice Programs
Reentry

The Center for Court Innovation is a non-profit organization dedicated to reforming the criminal justice system. One of its areas of focus is reentry, which involves helping formerly incarcerated individuals successfully reintegrate into society. The Center for Court Innovation provides a range of services to support reentry, including job training and placement, educational programs, and housing assistance. It also works with criminal justice agencies to develop more effective reentry policies and practices. The organization aims to reduce recidivism and promote public safety by providing people with the tools they need to succeed after they are released from prison.

https://www.courtinnovation.org/areas-of-focus/reentry
Center for Court Innovation
Resource Library

The Policy Research Associates Inc (PRA) Resource Library is an online collection of resources related to mental health, substance use, criminal justice, and other social issues. The library contains a vast array of publications, reports, toolkits, and other materials developed by PRA and other leading organizations in the field. The materials cover a broad range of topics, including mental health and substance use treatment, criminal justice reform, and youth and family services. The PRA Resource Library is an important resource for policymakers, practitioners, researchers, and advocates who are seeking reliable, evidence-based information and tools to inform their work and improve outcomes for vulnerable populations.

https://www.prainc.com/resource-library/
Policy Research Associates Inc
Systems Mapping Center (SMC)

The Systems Mapping Center (SMC) is a program developed by Policy Research Associates Inc (PRA) that provides a range of resources and tools to help policymakers and practitioners better understand and address complex social issues. The SMCs primary focus is on using systems mapping and analysis to identify the underlying drivers of social problems, and to develop innovative solutions that address those drivers. The SMC provides technical assistance, training, and other resources to support organizations in developing effective strategies and interventions that improve outcomes for vulnerable populations. The SMC is an important resource for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers who are seeking data-driven solutions to complex social problems.

https://smc.prainc.com
Policy Research Associates Inc
Task Force Publications and Resources

https://www.ncsc.org/__data/assets/pdf_file/0028/79309/TF-Publications-and-Resources.pdf

https://www.ncsc.org/behavioralhealth/task-force-publications-2
National Center for State Courts
Transforming the System

The Transforming the System project aims to promote public understanding and policy change to transform the criminal justice system in the United States.

The project provides a range of resources, including research reports, issue briefs, and communications toolkits, to support advocates, policymakers, and other stakeholders in their efforts to promote criminal justice reform. The resources cover a range of topics, including police accountability, sentencing reform, and juvenile justice.

Through their work, Transforming the System seeks to shift the public discourse on criminal justice from punishment to rehabilitation and to promote policies that are equitable and just. Overall, the project is a valuable resource for anyone interested in promoting criminal justice reform and advancing social justice in the United States.

https://transformingthesystem.org
Opportunity Agenda
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