Faith and character-based initiative

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GDC Faith and CharacterBased Initiative

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We need you!
The only way these programs can work is with the time, dedication and donations from the community and people like you. The purpose of the program is to strengthen the offender's resolve to change through participation in the Faith and Character-based curriculum and to provide an atmosphere for that change to occur.
The ultimate goal is to reduce recidivism through a transformation of the offender and provide the opportunity to re-enter society and become a productive citizen.
Our Faith and Character Based programs are showing a 12% recidivism rate within a 3 year time period; this is compared to 28% within the same time period for offenders who do not participate in this kind of program.
We know this program works and it works its best when people like you from the community are a part of it>
Please fill out the form and mail to:
Danny A. Horne
Georgia Department of Corrections State Offices South 300 Patrol Road
Upshaw Hall, 5th Floor--Chaplaincy / Reentry Forsyth Georgia 31029 (478) 992-5904
Email: horned00@dcor.state.ga.us

Department of Corrections Operations, Planning and Training Division Chaplaincy Services
Faith and Character-Based Initiative
"In Partnership with the Community"
BRIAN OWENS COMMISSIONER

What is the mission of the Faith and Character-Based Initiative?
The program is designed to reduce recidivism through utilization of faith-based partnerships that will assist in the support for the offender's successful transition from custody into the community.
Pulaski State Prison Women's Choir
What are some components of the Faith and Character-Based Initiative?
Character Building Values Anger Management Cognitive Skills Communication Skills Family/Relationships Victim Awareness Worship Faith and Character Building Prayer and Spiritual Development Parenting Financial Management Career development Life Skills
Offender intervention has been proven to reduce recidivism (What Works Model)

What is Faith-Based Partnership?
It is an initiative by the Georgia Department of Corrections to broaden the role of religious groups in the rehabilitation of offenders. Faith-Based partnerships provide specific studies, worship, prayer, mentoring, and other support to the offender while incarcerated and during his or her transition back into the community.

Faith and Character-Based Prison and Dorms

Why Provide Volunteer and Community Programming?
Volunteer and community resources have an inherent connection to the offender. Community involvement sends a message to the offender that the commu-
Types of Volunteers: Mentors Educators Counselors Tutors Musicians Ministries Librarians
Assistance Needed For: Housing Employment Transportation Materials and supplies Clothing Child Care

The Georgia Department of Corrections began operating six Faith and Character Based Dormitories in July, 2004. These dormitories are designed to provide an "environment for change" through the promotion of personal responsibility, integrity, accountability, and the building of one's faith. The dorms are open to
In 2011, Georgia opened its first Faith and Character Based Prison at Walker State Prison. Over 400 men volunteer for the 2 year program where they are allowed and encouraged to work on the growth of their minds, bodies and
Angela DeSimone stated, I think this program is going to do wonders for me," said DeSimone, I can see the change in me already in terms of not wanting to get in trouble. I want to do the right thing for once in my life."
Excerpts and photos taken from Atlanta Journal-Constitution