Offenders released to Franklin County

In 2000 1,383 offenders under the age of 36 years were released.  Between 2002-2005  approximately 3,885 offenders were released to Ohio’s Community-Oriented Reentry program (CORE).

 Chances are you KNOW someone or you have been affected by Crime !.

 According to the National Institute of Corrections, there are 118 jail facilities in Ohio. Their combined rated capacity is 20,052; the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction manages 45,854 inmates; the Division of Parole and Community Services, Dept. of Rehabilitation & Correction provides parole services statewide and probation services in 43 counties.  There are 239,036 probationers and 19,512 parolees in Ohio. (http://www.nicic.org/Features/StateStats/?State=OH)

 What we KNOW is of little value if we don’t respond with Care !.

 Research indicates that children become radically present-oriented, unable to defer immediate gratifications. They also become radically self-regarding, unable to feel the joy and pain of others.  

The increase in juvenile crime has been concentrated largely among young African-American males.   

What’s needed are Increase in employment opportunities and discourage the breakdown of the family. 

Increase in Community Involvement at every level:  public and educational institutions, businesses, civic associations, families, and individuals

  PREVAIL-RESPECT continues to TELL IT LIKE IT IS!. 

Bringing “Reclaiming Our Community: Cease and Desist Crime” to Columbus, March 21-22, 2008

In collaboration with the Columbus Urban League’s Transition Program and other civic, educational, and family-oriented supporters.