The CSG Justice Center offers many tools and literature focused on reforming the criminal justice space. One such resource addresses evidence-based and promising programs and practices designed to support parents who are incarcerated and their children and families.
Incarcerated Parents
Programs addressing the complex needs of parents serving time, including parenting support and family reunification planning
Children
Interventions designed to reduce trauma, maintain stability, and mitigate the documented risks children of incarcerated parents face
Caregivers
Support for parents, legal guardians, and caregivers who are not incarcerated but are carrying the full weight of the family unit
Resource — CSG Justice Center
Evidence-Based and Promising Programs and Practices to Support Parents Who Are Incarcerated and Their Children and Families
This brief from the CSG Justice Center documents programs and practices from the field that support the distinct needs of incarcerated parents, their children, and their families. The goal: address complex needs, mitigate the negative consequences of incarceration, and promote positive outcomes across the entire family unit.
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How to cite: Williams, R. [Rita]. (2024, December 31). Supporting Families Impacted by Parental Incarceration: Evidence That Works. Clutch Justice. https://clutchjustice.com/2024/12/31/supporting-families-parental-incarceration/