California Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority
California Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority (CALCTRA) is a self-supporting, customer-focused business that reduces recidivism, increases prison safety, and enhances public safety by providing incarcerated individuals productive work and training opportunities. CALCTRA’s Vision: Changing incarcerated individuals’ lives through innovative job training for a safer California.
A second University of California, Irvine study shows most California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA) job training programs lower recidivism rates.
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Crime victims' support groups throughout the state received approximately $56,000 from incarcerated individuals participating in the California Prison Industry Authority...
For more than 21 years, Lyale Shellman has mastered the world of Braille. A soft-spoken man who works at his desk,...
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Fifty incarcerated California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA) graduates received industry accredited job certifications at Pelican Bay State Prison (PBSP) on...
A third hiring event organized by multiple state agencies has proven successful for incarcerated job seekers at Sierra Conservation Center...
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Folsom State Prison (FSP) held two graduations in one week for California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA) job training programs.
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In front of family and friends, 20 graduates were honored with their construction industry accredited job certifications at Folsom State...
At Folsom State Prison, incarcerated individuals transcribe books into braille for blind and visually impaired students through a California Prison...
Central California Women’s Facility (CCWF) honored 20 graduates for completing their CALPIA Pre-Apprentice Construction Labor, Pre-Apprentice Carpentry, and Healthcare Facilities...
Fifty-eight incarcerated individuals received industry accredited job certifications at San Quentin State Prison (SQ) on Feb. 8 through the the...
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