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Beyond Incarceration

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United States
Started May 1, 2026

This brief describes results from an evaluation of Breaking Barriers, a program in Los Angeles County that helps justice-involved individuals and families secure stable housing and employment

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Beyond Incarceration

RAND Corporation (United States) | Apr 30, 2026

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CLAIM Posted by will • May 1, 2026
Programs focused on housing and employment for justice-involved individuals may divert resources from more severe criminal justice reform efforts.
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CLAIM Posted by will • May 1, 2026
The success of Breaking Barriers should be evaluated through long-term studies to understand its true impact on recidivism rates.
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CLAIM Posted by will • May 1, 2026
Investing in programs like Breaking Barriers is essential for reducing recidivism and helping justice-involved individuals reintegrate into society.
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CLAIM Posted by will • May 1, 2026
Supporting stable housing and employment is a moral obligation that can lead to healthier communities and lower crime rates.
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CLAIM Posted by will • May 1, 2026
Relying on programs like Breaking Barriers might overlook the systemic issues in the justice system that need comprehensive reform.
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