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“My scars remind

me that I did

indeed survive my

deepest wounds.

That in itself is an

accomplishment.”

President Lambert presents the Innovation —Steve Goodier
Award to the Century Regional Detention
Facility of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s
Department; accepted by Sheriff Alex
Villanueva and Dr. Melissa Kelley.

The summit included 20 workshops, 13
instructors, jail tours, activities, and networking
with colleagues. Tours of the James A. Karnes
Correctional Center highlighted a major
component in its design–to maintain the mental
and physical health of the staff. This innovative
and staff-centric facility is slated to open next
year.
Dr. David Black kicked off the summit
discussing “Wellness for Corrections
Professionals in the 21st Century: Tools,
Strategies, and Solutions” and presented
the research and reasons why wellness is President Lambert
presents the Volunteer of
critical for corrections. Attendees learned the Year to Linda Ahrens.
how to equip corrections professionals
with proactive, preventive, and practical
wellness solutions; new research and
innovative technology; strategies for
improving recruitment and retention;
and treating trauma while reducing
suicide risk. Dr. Black highlighted
corrections safety, wellness, leadership
challenges and opportunities, as
well as actionable tools and strategic
solutions to implement wellness
programs for the 21st century. Stephen Church, the recipient
of the Francis R. “Dick” Ford
Distinguished Service Award.

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