Prison Programs
What method did the Lease System use?
a brutal method of prison labor that peaked in the American South
whats the purpose of Counseling and Therapy Programs
help offenders change harmful behaviors and make better decisions
why do prisons include Religious Programs?
religion can offer inmates motivation, purpose, and support during incarceration.
What is it?
Programs within correctional facilities that employ inmates to produce goods or services, aim to reduce laziness, teach employment skills, and lower reoffend rates
How tall is Jonathan?
5'4
What method did the State-Use System use?
a method of prison labor in which incarcerated individuals produce goods and services exclusively for use by government agencies
What does Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focus on?
changing negative thinking patterns that lead to criminal behavior
what do most prisons provide?
worship, Bible study, instruction sessions, and spiritual counseling, often with help from volunteers and ministers from different faiths.
what is the the purpose and benefits?
Helps prisons run more efficiently and supports inmate rehabilitation
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What was the Hawes-Cooper Act?
a landmark piece of federal legislation passed by the U.S. Congress on January 19, 1929, that stripped prison-made goods of their protected status in interstate commerce
What do offenders learn to recognize?
triggers like impulsiveness or not thinking about consequences.
who are these programs open to?
inmates of many religions and can give both religious guidance and emotional support
how did Prison Industry Enhancement (PIE) start?
Started by Congress in 1979
How tall is Eleanna?
5'1
what was the Ashurst-Sumners Act?
to fully ban interstate shipping of prison products.
What is "Thinking for Change" ?
a program that builds life skills like decision making, parenting, and self confidence
what does Walruther Street Jail religious programming continue doing?
the institution’s broader goal of rehabilitation, not just punishment.
What are some Prison Industry Enhancement (PIE) requirements?
Pay wages similar to outside jobs, not take jobs away from regular workers, work must be voluntary, Provide benefits for injuries
How tall is yaretzi?
4'7
what is Internal Production?
Prisons pivoted to making office furniture and clothing solely for state and federal use.
What is Therapeutic Communities?
group-based, and inmates support each other in positive behavior change
who read this slide?
Jonathan
what are some reason inmates earn money?
to support their families, pay fines and restitution, and buy personal items in prison
How tall is Miguel?
6