Results
After completing our program, some of our graduates become community leaders who speak about the impact of incarceration and the cycle of violence at high schools,middle schools, and community organizations. Other graduates have created projects that improve the quality of life in their communities. These participants spark community conversations about the possibility of a society free from violence. In short, they have become leaders for future generations to emulate.
The most compelling validation, including statistical data showing results of our programs, can be found in these two comprehensive reports pertaining to our program launch in Jamaica, West Indies.
The End Violence Programme Assessment Report (PDF) published in October 2015 by the Ministry of National Security Research and Evaluation Unit
The End Violence Project Pilot Report (PDF) published in September 2015 on behalf of The End Violence Project
The most compelling validation, including statistical data showing results of our programs, can be found in these two comprehensive reports pertaining to our program launch in Jamaica, West Indies.
The End Violence Programme Assessment Report (PDF) published in October 2015 by the Ministry of National Security Research and Evaluation Unit
The End Violence Project Pilot Report (PDF) published in September 2015 on behalf of The End Violence Project
Re-entry
Upon release from prison, former inmates are faced with many challenges, obstacles, and temptations. In interviews with returning citizens and other graduates of our programs, we have identified several factors that when present enhance the possibility of successful reentry. Marshal Johnson, a graduate of our program, suggests the following are basic needs for ex-offenders and necessary for successful reentry.
Strong commitment to living a positive life
Seventy percent of the people released from prison return to jail usually within the first year of their release. Having an unshakable commitment to living a positive life and a commitment to staying free for life is fundamental; but by itself, will not guarantee successful reentry. An effective support group is essential.
Support group
A support system plays a vital role in directing and keeping the individual on the path of freedom. Support is often, but not always, found in the family. A support group outside the family can offer perspective that family members do not have. The End Violence Project is one of several groups and organizations offering support to newly released returning citizens.
Money
Money for food and clothing is vitally important in the first days of release. The Welfare Department allows ex-offenders to receive food stamps until they receive their first paycheck. Transportation is another expense that must be addressed. The End Violence Project continually looks for resources for ex-offenders.
Strong commitment to living a positive life
Seventy percent of the people released from prison return to jail usually within the first year of their release. Having an unshakable commitment to living a positive life and a commitment to staying free for life is fundamental; but by itself, will not guarantee successful reentry. An effective support group is essential.
Support group
A support system plays a vital role in directing and keeping the individual on the path of freedom. Support is often, but not always, found in the family. A support group outside the family can offer perspective that family members do not have. The End Violence Project is one of several groups and organizations offering support to newly released returning citizens.
Money
Money for food and clothing is vitally important in the first days of release. The Welfare Department allows ex-offenders to receive food stamps until they receive their first paycheck. Transportation is another expense that must be addressed. The End Violence Project continually looks for resources for ex-offenders.
