Expanding Access to Education: Drew University Launches Master’s Program Inside New Jersey State Prison
In a groundbreaking step toward expanding access to higher education, Drew University’s Theological School has launched a first-of-its-kind master’s degree program taught entirely within a New Jersey state prison. Through […]
Unveiling Our 2025 Community Impact Report
The Reentry Coalition of New Jersey is proud to share its 2025 Community Impact Report. In this report, we highlight our many successes and broader impact throughout the 2025 calendar year, […]
Parole & Probation – How Are They Different?
Parole and Probation are often confused – but they’re not the same. However, violating either can result in revocation and possible incarceration. Here’s a quick breakdown: Parole is supervised release […]
Agency Member Spotlight – VOADV Client Success Story
For individuals exiting the criminal justice system, reentry often means stepping into a world that looks very different from the one they left behind. Navigating new technology, rebuilding relationships, securing […]
Learn More About Advocacy & Policy Resources
Part of our mission is to promote public policy that supports individuals on their reentry journey – working to create systems that reduce recidivism, strengthen rehabilitation and ensure that those […]
IN THE NEWS: New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy grants clemency to 148 people in final actions in office
Former New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy granted clemency to 148 individuals in the final round of pardons and commutations of his administration’s clemency initiative last month. This brings the total […]
IN THE NEWS: Formerly Incarcerated People Now Eligible For Jury Duty In NJ
Earlier this month, former New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed an executive order restoring state jury service eligibility to approximately 350,000 individuals who were previously convicted and have since completed […]
What Employment Assistance Programs Are Available in NJ For Formerly Incarcerated Individuals?
QUESTION: Are there specific employment assistance programs available in New Jersey to individuals returning to the community after incarceration? ANSWER: Yes! If you or someone you love is navigating the job […]
IN THE NEWS: Governor Mikie Sherrill Announces Department Of Corrections Commissioner Victoria Kuhn
The Reentry Coalition of New Jersey extends our Congratulations to New Jersey Department of Corrections Commissioner Victoria Kuhn, who was formally appointed to Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill’s Cabinet. Kuhn will continue […]
Learn More About Legal Resources
Not sure where to start while navigating the criminal justice system? The Reentry Coalition of New Jersey offers a collection of publicly available legal resources designed to help individuals and […]