The Second Chance Project: Creative approaches to developing the talents of at-risk native inmates

Author(s): McCluskey, A. L. A., McCluskey, K. W., Treffinger, D. J.

Journal/Book: J Creative Behav. 2000; 34: 1050 Union Rd, Buffalo, NY 14224, USA. Creative Education Foundation Inc. 165-174.

Abstract: This study compared the recidivism rate of two groups of Native Canadian inmates. The experimental group of offenders received intensive pre-release support, including counseling, training in Creative Problem Solving, career awareness sessions (including resume writing, interviewing, and impression management), and on-the-job experience. Inmates in the control group received no such support; at sentences' end, they were simply released into society to fend for themselves. The results indicated that recidivism can be reduced by a meaningful support program. Individuals in the experimental group were much less likely to re-offend than those in the untreated control group.

Note: Article Place DJ, Manitoba Educ & Training, Selkirk, MB, CANADA

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