Learn about current library programs that assist incarcerated individuals in overcoming barriers to parole, reentry and employment. This session will highlight library programs in the Maryland prison system that encourage, teach and cultivate the skills needed for successful transition to the community and the world of work. Correctional libraries plant the seeds of hope and success among this underserved population so that they can and will have a successful life outside the prison walls. We will also explore some ways that public libraries can partner with correctional libraries to assist the formerly incarcerated to succeed in the workforce and to reduce recidivism.
