Beyond the Badge
In Beyond the Badge, we highlight CDCR employees and retirees, their careers and efforts to achieve work-life balance through hobbies, volunteering and community involvement.
Inspired by others, Gabriel Medina, a 16-year CDCR employee, decided to explore the Pacific Crest Trail during April's Physical Wellness...
Read More About CDCR officer, family hike Pacific Crest Trail
Correctional Officer Jeffrey Boyd recently conquered the 2023 LA Marathon after a year-long journey of achieving physical wellness goals.
Read More About Officer hits ground running to reach wellness goals
National Crime Victims' Rights Week, April 23-29, raises awareness about the impact of crime on individuals, families, and communities.
Read More About OVSRS manager talks Crime Victims’ Rights Week
Honor Guard members from seven CDCR institutions represented the department at a recent Los Angeles Clippers game.
Read More About CDCR Honor Guard represents at Clippers game
April is Physical Wellness Month and there is no better way to celebrate than kicking off the Special Olympics Law...
Read More About Spring brings 2023 Law Enforcement Torch Run
A Substance Abuse Treatment Facility (SATF) Correctional Lieutenant and the Woodlake Tigers Football Team are doing all they can to...
Read More About SATF Lieutenant, football team help during storms
For acting Wasco State Prison (WSP) Correctional Counselor II Eduardo Zamora, Cesar Chavez Day is not just a state and...
Women’s History Month celebrates the stories and changes brought about by women all over the world, including Parole Agent III...
On March 18, California Institution for Women (CIW) Warden (A) Jennifer Core spoke to a group of over 500, with...
Mentorship, leadership, and understanding are key for Jennifer Benavidez, who has had a diverse career at CDCR. This Women's History...