WHYY Feature: Reentry simulation shines light on recidivism in Delaware

Executive Director Priscilla Turgon spoke at the Reentry Simulation co-sponsored by the Delaware State University Dept. of Sociology and Criminal Justice and State Representative James Johnson on November 2, 2017. Representatives, Senators and staff from the Delaware Legislature and other interested groups participated in activities that simulated a month in the life of someone recently released from prison. The simulation, facilitated by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Delaware, provided participants a better understanding of the challenges faced by individuals re-entering the community.  New Start graduates Brady Couch and Sebastian Corbin shared their re-entry challenges and successes following participation in the New Start program.

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