The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) reflects the state’s diversity in its employees and incarcerated population.

Committed to improving both the work environment for staff and public safety, CDCR aims to prepare incarcerated individuals for successful reintegration into society.

This vision, aligned with Governor Newsom’s Executive Order, focuses on a transformative approach called the California Model, emphasizing rehabilitation, education, and trauma-informed care.

By implementing positive programs and fostering collaboration between staff and inmates, CDCR aims to create a violence and trauma-free environment, believing in the potential for redemption and the importance of inclusivity in decision-making.