NCJ Number
92731
Date Published
1976
Length
168 pages
Annotation
The study seeks to identify shortand long-term strategies for changing prison industry and to describe the Free Venture Model implemented in Connecticut.
Abstract
The purpose of the project is to devise means for making prison labor systems self-supporting while promoting rehabilitation of inmates. In analyzing economic issues, the study first identifies markets that can be served by prison labor and measures the economic resources required to serve these markets. The procedures followed in selecting a host prison system are also outlined. A description of the Connecticut Free Venture Model covers the general Connecticut correctional industries system and the details of the operational Free Venture Model, including the work environment, inmate release preparation, job placement responsibilities, financial incentives to prison industry for inmate reintegration, and self-supporting or profit-making operations. The relationship of Free Venture industries to other components of the institution is also defined. A program management plan outlines short-term change strategies for selecting and developing industries and for operating Free Venture shops. Guidelines for management structure policy development, management information systems, product marketing, and program evaluation are also provided. The program management plan also addresses such long-term change issues as program growth decisions and new legislation. Tables, figures, and an appendix on mutual agreement program planning are supplied. For related volumes, see NCJ 45627, 46041-44, and 92729.