In prison, 'Reimagining Justice' - and a governor's legacy


Inspired by German institutions, a prison in Connecticut is focusing on rehabilitation rather than punishment for the most disruptive young inmates. Sixteen months after the program launched, there has been no violence among the group. Guided by neuroscience and a desire for increased public safety, officials give young inmates intensive training in education and life skills along as well as mentoring and a staff willing to use different approaches.

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