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Partnering with Courts and Law Enforcement
Supporting safer communities through trauma-informed education and prison preparation.
The Intake Initiative works alongside courts, correctional facilities, and law enforcement agencies to provide trauma-informed curriculum that helps individuals prepare for incarceration and build successful pathways to reentry. By reducing risks such as gang recruitment, disciplinary infractions, and recidivism, we strengthen both participants and the communities they return to.
How We Help
- Structured Curriculum: Three guides designed to prepare individuals and families for incarceration and reentry.
- Behavioral Impact: Participants learn coping strategies that reduce infractions and improve institutional safety.
- Family Support: Resources for families to stay connected and resilient during incarceration.
- Community Outcomes: Lower recidivism rates, safer neighborhoods, and stronger family bonds.
Why Partner With Us
- Evidence-Based Approach: Trauma-informed methods proven to improve participant outcomes.
- Reduced Strain on Systems: Fewer disciplinary issues, reduced recruitment by Security Threat Groups, and smoother transitions for correctional staff.
- Collaborative Solutions: We work with attorneys, probation officers, and community partners to ensure continuity of care.
Referral Process
Courts and law enforcement agencies can refer individuals directly to The Intake Initiative for enrollment.
- Step 1: Complete the referral form (link/button).
- Step 2: Our team will contact the participant or family to begin intake.
- Step 3: Participants receive curriculum materials and ongoing support.
Impact
Total annual taxpayer cost of disciplinary‑infraction‑related extra time: $3.21 billion per year. We can Impact this by preparing individuals who are sentenced to prison.