New Books in Sociology Kristen M. Budd and David C. Lane, "Beyond Bars: A Path Forward from 50 Years of Mass Incarceration in the United States" (Policy Press, 2023)
Oct 13, 2023
Kristen M. Budd and David C. Lane discuss their edited volume "Beyond Bars: A Path Forward from 50 Years of Mass Incarceration in the United States." They provide practical solutions for addressing mass incarceration and its effects, focusing on housing and employment barriers, the impact of policies like Band the Box, and potential solutions for employer willingness to hire individuals with criminal records. They also explore the importance of reentry services and effective supportive networks for successful reintegration.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Urgent Need for Housing at Reentry
02:19 • 14min
Band the Box and its Impact on Employment Outcomes
16:35 • 3min
Reentry Solutions: Employer Incentives and Policy Experiments
19:48 • 3min
Solutions for Employer Willingness to Hire Individuals with Criminal Records
23:14 • 16min
Research on Reentry Services Network and Support for Incarcerated Individuals
39:21 • 3min