Washington State Department of CorrectionsConservation and Redemption: MCCCW’s Efforts to Save Taylor’s Checkerspot ButterfliesAt Mission Creek Corrections Center for Women (MCCCW), an extraordinary program is transforming the lives of both humans and winged…Sep 18Sep 18
Washington State Department of CorrectionsOptical Lab at Airway Heights Corrections Center: A Second Chance to Serve the CommunityThe Optical Lab at Airway Heights Corrections Center (AHCC) is a shining example of rehabilitation and community service within the prison…Sep 18Sep 18
Washington State Department of CorrectionsRecognizing Community CorrectionsIn celebration of National Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week (PPPS Week), we are honored to recognize the dedicated…Aug 12Aug 12
Washington State Department of CorrectionsAPAI 2024 Annual Training Conference: A Celebration of CollaborationThe Association of Paroling Authorities International (APAI) hosted its 2024 Annual Training Conference in Bellevue, Washington, an event…Aug 8Aug 8
Washington State Department of CorrectionsHearing Officers: Dedication to Impartiality and JusticeHearings officers for the Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) play a crucial role in the administration of justice within the…Aug 7Aug 7
Washington State Department of CorrectionsThe Return of Juneteenth CelebrationsAfter many years hiatus, the Juneteenth celebrations have made a triumphant return to prison facilities across Washington State. The Black…Aug 7Aug 7
Washington State Department of CorrectionsGrand Opening of Correctional Industries Optical ShopThe opening of CI Optical, part of Correctional Industries (CI) headquartered in Tumwater WA, marked a significant expansion of the…Jul 3Jul 3
Washington State Department of CorrectionsFostering Community: What Raising a Flag Really MeansOn June 3, 2024, the Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) made history by raising the Intersex-Inclusive Pride flag at its…Jun 14Jun 14
Washington State Department of CorrectionsTransforming Lives: The Success of WSP’s Prison Fellowship ProgramIn 2019, the Washington State Penitentiary (WSP) launched a transformative Prison Fellowship program, aiming to foster rehabilitation and…May 24May 24
Washington State Department of CorrectionsBreaking the Cycle: How Washington State’s Housing Specialists are Reducing RecidivismIn Washington state, the Department of Corrections (DOC) is making strides to reduce recidivism through housing assistance programs…May 16May 16