Since 1996, RTA has developed theater and dance programs in correctional facilities within the New York state DOC. Participants in the program work together to put on plays and other performances. These performances provide a rare opportunity for people housed in the New York correctional
The "Safer Michigan Act" challenges the notion that protections for crime victims and legal protections for those convicted of crimes must come at the expense of one another.
Homelessness after reentry remains one of the biggest obstacles for formerly incarcerated people, though. Without a safe place to live, many end up back in prison.
Prisoners face many obstacles after release. For education, the EMU pilot program for formerly incarcerated students aims to change that.