Our Mission

Promote evidence-based principles to reduce the risk of reoffense for individuals who are incarcerated through collaboration with community and criminal justice partners, advocacy, education and the development of public policy to better support these individuals.

What We Do

The Reentry Coalition of New Jersey promotes public safety and reduces recidivism by offering individuals exiting the criminal justice system with direct access to reputable reentry agencies and various resources throughout the state to ensure long-term success. Through the work of our agency members, we help guide these individuals, prepare them for their transition out of the criminal justice system and support their successful reintegration back into society.

Agency Members

Our agency members are highly qualified and accredited reentry providers who are recognized leaders in the field of community-based corrections, evidence-based treatment services, effective alternatives to incarceration and criminal justice advocacy. They provide a wide-range of reentry services – from assessment, treatment and support services to employment, housing, mental health, gender-specific support and guidance and more.

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Reentry In New Jersey

Community-based reentry programs play a vital role in reducing the prison population and the costs of incarceration while contributing to marked improvements in public safety, as evidenced by reductions in recidivism and lower crime rates. These programs remove barriers – ensuring that those transitioning back into society after incarceration have a real second chance at life.

Education & Advocacy

As part of our mission, the Reentry Coalition of New Jersey is dedicated to education and advocacy efforts that further support individuals who are returning to society post-incarceration. From research and data analysis to white papers that shape public policy, we strive to raise awareness of the many barriers and challenges these individuals face daily, reduce recidivism and provide these individuals with a real second chance at life.

Recent News

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IN THE NEWS: Kintock - Specialized Reentry Programs: How They Transform Lives & Give Justice-Involved Individuals A Second Chance At Life
Reentry in New Jersey is not always easy for justice-involved individuals. A piece by Kintock’s CEO Walt Simpkins was recently featured in Insider NJ, entitled “Specialized Reentry Programs: How They […]
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Reentry Coalition: Supporting Successful Reentry In New Jersey
Reentry is the process of preparing for release from incarceration and transitioning back into the community. Each year in New Jersey, about 7,000–9,000 people return home from incarceration. This transition […]
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Reentry Coalition of NJ - WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU
Are you or someone you know returning home post-incarceration? The Reentry Coalition of New Jersey is here to support you every step of the way. We connect individuals with trusted […]

In Need of Assistance?

Are you or someone you know in need of guidance or resources to support an individual transitioning out of the criminal justice system in New Jersey? Contact us via the form below.

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