§353-6.5 - Gender-responsive, community-based programs for female offenders.
[§353-6.5] Gender-responsive, community-based programs for female offenders. Subject to funding by the legislature, the department of public safety shall develop and make available gender-responsive, community-based programs for female offenders by providing female offenders the appropriate range of opportunities to ensure that their needs are met. Program models designed to address female offender needs shall include but are not limited to:
(1) Appropriate treatment, including substance abuse and mental health treatment;
(2) Individualized case management to help female offenders set and achieve goals;
(3) Life skills development workshops, including budgeting, money management, nutrition, and exercise;
(4) Development of self-determination through education; employment training; special education for the learning disabled; and social, cognitive, communication, and life skills training;
(5) Family-focused programming, including issues relating to pregnancy and single parenthood;
(6) Peer support and the development of peer networks;
(7) Transitional support for female offenders and their families to promote successful reentry into their families and communities;
(8) Highly skilled staff experienced in working with female offenders and their concerns;
(9) Formal recognition of participant achievement;
(10) Ongoing attention to building community-based support;
(11) Assistance for female offenders who need to develop a marketable job skill and a career plan;
(12) Geographical proximity to children and family; and
(13) The goal of providing a gender-responsive continuum of care. [L 2006, c 258, §4]
Cross References
Parity for female offenders, see chapter 367D.