California Model
The California Model began after CDCR leaders traveled to Norway to see how normalcy in corrections lowers recidivism while expanding employee wellness.
CDCR and CCHCS staff worked to brighten Easter for families inside prisons as well as those in the community. Families...
Across California, CDCR staff and the incarcerated population are helping those with special needs and funding a school program.
Read More About Staff attends special needs prom; food sales help school
Valley State Prison (VSP) held a graduation ceremony for the Offender Mentor Certification Program (OMCP), where the focus was on...
Troy Senegal’s journey from incarceration to a fire service career was full of hard work, training and persistence. It was...
Read More About Chat with lieutenant sparks fire service career
The California Model Planning & Implementation workgroup will reimagine the correctional landscape for those in our care while improving the...
Coach Heidi Wippel was excited to finally bring a popular music, creativity and sports event Between the Lines back to...
Read More About Sports, music, creativity meld at CSP‑Corcoran
Updated furniture at several institutions demonstrates CDCR's commitment to creating spaces conducive to rehabilitation while maintaining safety. The new seating...
Valley State Prison (VSP) staff were recently treated to breakfast with some special guests: horses, thanks to Equine Assisted Learning.
The gray corridors are starting to be a little brighter on the Level II facility at Pelican Bay State Prison...
Over six days, CDCR Secretary Ralph Diaz and Division of Adult Institutions Director Connie Gipson toured Norwegian prisons, training facilities...
Read More About California leaders learn from Norwegian prison system