Inmate Assistance Programs

The Fidelity Assessment Instrument was developed in order to operationalize the standards set forth in the Promising Practices Guidelines (PPGs). The instrument is divided into the same section sections and components as contained in the PPGs. The instrument scores how programs meet each component as set forth in the PPGs. The outcome of the FAI process is a report that scores how programs align with the PPGs and provides individualized recommendations for further training and technical assistance where gaps or shortcomings are identified.

The Fidelity Assessment Instrument was developed in order to operationalize the standards set forth in the Promising Practices Guidelines (PPGs). The instrument is divided into the same section sections and components as contained in the PPGs. The instrument scores how programs meet each component as set forth in the PPGs. The outcome of the FAI process is a report that scores how programs align with the PPGs and provides individualized recommendations for further training and technical assistance where gaps or shortcomings are identified.

The Fidelity Assessment Instrument was developed in order to operationalize the standards set forth in the Promising Practices Guidelines (PPGs). The instrument is divided into the same section sections and components as contained in the PPGs. The instrument scores how programs meet each component as set forth in the PPGs. The outcome of the FAI process is a report that scores how programs align with the PPGs and provides individualized recommendations for further training and technical assistance where gaps or shortcomings are identified.

The Fidelity Assessment Instrument was developed in order to operationalize the standards set forth in the Promising Practices Guidelines (PPGs). The instrument is divided into the same section sections and components as contained in the PPGs. The instrument scores how programs meet each component as set forth in the PPGs. The outcome of the FAI process is a report that scores how programs align with the PPGs and provides individualized recommendations for further training and technical assistance where gaps or shortcomings are identified.

Per incarcerated student's request after an online panel, I held a virtual Q & A meeting with incarcerated students around higher education in prison and after at AVCF in Colorado. It was facilitated by Colorado DOC and organized and co-presented with Open Campus reporter Charlotte West.

The CNA team has been conducting listening sessions with jail stakeholders at local jail conferences on behalf of the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) and the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). On May 22-23, 2022, the CNA, along with BJA and NIC held a listening session at AJA Annual Conference with small, medium, and large jail representatives to discuss core topics related to best practices, challenges, and needs. On June 28, 2023, CNA, along with BJA and NIC held a listening session at NSA Annual Conference to discuss the same core topics.

CNA organized a group discussion format listening sessions with jail advocates, experts, and academics on behalf of the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) and the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). These listening sessions provided the opportunity for jail advocates and experts to share their thoughts, experiences, and perspectives on the needs of the field.

Cases responded to and closed during the reporting period January - June 2023 were 485

The TIRW is for tribes who have, or are interested in having, a reentry program to serve tribal members returning to the community from federal, state, or tribal correctional facilities. This TIRW is designed to provide participants with the tools to develop effective reentry plans based on sharing operational, organizational, and culture-based concepts and processes that identify critical services and interventions needed to reduce recidivism and victimization within Oklahoma.

Assisted site in connecting with the National PREA Service Line project led by Urban Institute
Provided support around staff training implementation.