Rehabilitation
From learning job skills to earning diplomas, rehabilitation is a cornerstone of the department. As of 2026, 11 percent of CDCR’s overall budget goes toward rehabilitation.
At Valley State Prison, education is getting a boost from Merced College and CSU Fresno. In May, Merced College registered...
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Across the Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ), activities commemorating National Victim’s Rights Awareness Week, April 18-24, allowed youth to participate...
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The California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA) plans to expand soft skills training to incarcerated individuals in its programs after the...
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The first Sunday in May was a very special day for the staff and incarcerated trainers at Mule Creek State...
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On April 30, 2021, the Ventura Training Center (VTC) held graduation for the fourth, fifth, and sixth graduating classes. The...
For youth in the Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) system, employability training is critical to successfully transitioning into the workforce....
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The incarcerated population recently planted herbs and flowers at the Central California Women's Facility (CCWF) garden areas, thanks to a...
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The California Substance Abuse Treatment Facility and State Prison (SATF) on April 28 partnered with the Kiwanis Club of Corcoran...
When Jeremiah Holland started his career as a teacher and coach at an urban public high school serving low-income students,...
Norco College recently welcomed California Rehabilitation Center (CRC) Warden (A) Glen E. Pratt and Community Resources Manager (CRM) Estela Acosta...