City Alternative to Incarceration Program Expands

Partnership with nationally recognized George Mason University research team leads to increased number of providers, diversified programming options to better serve more clients

New investments expected to result in additional 15% recidivism reduction among participants

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NEW YORK—The Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice (MOCJ) is expanding its successful Alternative to Incarceration (ATI) programming, increasing the number of providers and programs across the City through millions in new investments.

The expansion comes after a multi-year, cooperative effort by the City, policy experts, non-profits and justice-impacted people to revamp its original ATI programming. Partnering closely with Dr. Faye Taxman, a nationally recognized criminologist at George Mason University, the City identified the key support and service opportunities that, if expanded, can lead to improved long-term results for program participants.

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“We are honored to partner with the Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice and be part of an extraordinary and disciplined cohort of ATI providers dedicated to racial equity and advancing justice for the young people of our city,” exalt Executive Director Gisele Castro said. “exalt provides court-involved youth a clear path to college and careers with a robust academic and work development program as well as support to help reduce and vacate sentences. We are excited to share our tested and proven model and transform the lives of countless families across New York City.”

Read the full press release from The Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice.