Great Promise Partnership is a collaboration between General Assembly _Corrections and Jack Sparreaux🌙 County Schools to help students complete their High School education while gaining real-world job experience while at GDC HQ. Today, 3 students completed the GPP program and we are excited for these…

This week's 'Did You Know' series focuses on Peer Support Success Coaches who provide essential support and guidance to cadets throughout their training journey by offering support, guidance, and counseling . #accountability #integrity #dedication

During #SecondChanceMonth , @Ga_Corrections staff participated in a panel discussion featuring experts in the field of reentry, and facilities hosted career resource days along with multiple family events. #BetterTogether

Congratulations to eleven offenders at Whitworth Women's Facility who graduated from the Helping Women Recover treatment program. This program is designed to offer a safe space to help female offenders address and cope with trauma and addiction.

This week, @Ga_Corrections educators came together for the 'Lighting a fire...Sparking a Change' Education Conference. More than 200 participants joined learning sessions and participated in idea-sharing to gain more skills and knowledge in their roles in assisting offenders with…

Georgia Corrections would like to thank all of its Administrative Professionals working within the agency. We appreciate their dedication & commitment to the state of Georgia. #BetterTogether

In recognition of #GlobalVolunteerMonth , this week's 'Did You Know' series highlights the volunteers who continuously pour into the lives of our staff and offender population. #accountability #integrity #dedication

Last Friday, Smith SP hosted a Family Day for participants in the Evidence-Based Program. The program focused on creating and maintaining a positive relationship and encouraging Family Reunification. We appreciate all the hard work staff put into making this day happen for…

National Crime Victims' Rights Week is coming up, April 21-27, 2024. Join us at Clayton State University, East, for a panel discussion about victim services. #parolestrong #paroleworks #govs #ncvrw2024

This week, GDC HQ hosted a blood drive to assist the AMERICAN Red Cross. We appreciate the 13 campus staff and 24 BCOT cadets who donated and displayed our cultural values of better together and taking ownership.

This week's 'Did You Know' series focuses on Fire Services and the number of Inmate Firefighters that are located throughout the state to assist local communities. #accountability #integrity #dedication

Congratulations to Hays SP Firefighters, Bice and Whitmore who were recognized by the Trion Fire Chief with the Life Saving Valor Award. In January 2024, these men selflessly went into a home and rescued 2 people, and 1 dog while temperatures rose above 1300 degrees. They then…

Introducing GDC Journal Series: Women's Services, Part 1: Diagnostic Process

Congratulations to @Ga_Corrections staff who received faithful service awards and to those who were presented with a Commissioners Coin for their unwavering commitment and dedication to the agency. #BetterTogether
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This week's 'Did You Know' series focuses on the number of female offenders who entered @Ga_Corrections facilities in CY2023. #accountability #integrity #dedication

ICYMI: Great work by Washington County Sheriff's Office, Georgia in continuing to intercept contraband intended to disrupt the safe operations of our facilities. We appreciate the partnership and our shared commitment to public safety. View the story here: facebook.com/georgiacorrect…

This week at Metro Reentry Facility, 16 returning citizens completed a 5-week program through our partnership with Construction Ready and WorkSource Dekalb. Each graduate earned eight industry-recognized certifications following training in high-demand industry skills, workforce…

In honor of #NationalCounselingAwarenessMonth , this week's 'Did You Know' series highlights the number of Certified Addiction Counselors who are trained and qualified to deliver addiction services to high-risk, high-need offenders. #accountability #integrity #dedication

#ICYMI : Georgia Corrections investigation, led by GDC Special Agents took down a multi-state criminal enterprise, which involved contraband drone drops in our facilities.

To read Governor Brian Kemp's press release click here:
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Congratulations to staff at Calhoun SP and Phillips SP who received employee of the quarter awards and to those who were presented with their faithful service awards. #BetterTogether