Another Chance: How philanthropy can reduce recidivism
August 25, 2022
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Recidivism is the tendency of a person convicted of a crime to reoffend. In Vermont, over 40 percent of people released from correctional facilities go back on new convictions or violations within three years.
Philanthropy can disrupt this destructive cycle and help set up people for success after incarceration. Our new Insight Hub brief shares three strategies that should be top-of-mind for charitable individuals.
Hear Matt discuss how he has benefited from living at the Burlington Dismas House after incarceration. Download the brief to learn more.
IN THIS BRIEF, DISCOVER:
Three actions to improve the success of Vermonters leaving the corrections system
Data on Vermont's correctional facilities census and recidivism rates
Testimonials from experts on what works and why
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