Reincarceration rates among individuals with serious mental illness (SMI) remain disproportionately high, driven by a complex interplay of individual vulnerabilities and systemic barriers across mental health, social care, and criminal justice systems. This presentation addresses
The Clinical Justice Program offers a unique, clinical approach to supporting individuals with complex needs that find themselves involved with the criminal justice system as a victim, witness or accused. Case studies and digital/printable resources
Inside Out is a wraparound solution-focused culturally relevant social transformation program designed to invigorate and empower Black individuals involved with the criminal justice system to make sustainable positive change in their lives. The program is
With gun crime in Canada becoming a growing concern, The HUB commits to supporting the community with local violence reduction strategies. Our presentation will encompass best practices when implementing collaborative approaches to working with those
Discover how Prosper, a throughcare reintegration program by Amadeusz, supports young adults facing firearm-related charges. Grounded in community, research, and culturally responsive care, Prosper addresses complex needs and systemic barriers—showcasing an innovative model that empowers
This panel aims to highlight culturally responsive programs and approaches that may reduce the likelihood of an individual entering or re-entering the justice system. Panelists will provide a unique perspective on how community-based and culturally
A Virtual Lunch and Learn Session Learning Objectives: • Learn about the qualifications and application process for both Ontario Works and ODSP• Learn how a client’s housing status may effective their eligibility and programs available
The number of people with dementia (PwD) receiving care from family and friends in Canadian communities is increasing (Statistic Canada, 2020). Within these complex and dynamic relationships of care, PwD may both be the victims
Based on a proprietary learning platform – “Restorying Your Story” provides a healing program that can be used by any organization in and out of Indigenous communities. Managing Partner Michael Gauthier did his PhD cultural
Problem-solving courts were developed to treat the root cause of criminality. Mental health and drug courts are two of the most common types of problem-solving courts in Canada. The models adopted by MHCs and DTCs
Youturn has a unique perspective of what travelling through the YCJS can look like for youth and the professionals who work with them. Through activities, discussions and knowledge sharing, the presenters will demonstrate how these
This webinar will discuss the rationale, methods, findings, and implications of a systematic review that was conducted on the prevalence of childhood abuse in people in prisons in Canada. Half of people in prisons in
Objective: Although research using combat veteran samples has demonstrated an association between posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and violence toward others, there has been relatively little research examining this relationship among individuals with no combat history.
The aim of this article is to examine how violent traumatic exposure over the life course can lead to future gang membership, violent offending and subsequent contact with the law. Drawing on a case study approach and
This webinar explores the role that a history of victimization or mental health issues play in the responses of women to a correctional environment, and to the nature of the programming that women require. Learning