News and Announcements

New Policy Aims to Boost Recruitment and Build Future Workforce

Settlement agreement to distribute over $6 million dollars to class members, reflects DOC’s continuing commitment to advancing best practices in correctional policy

Specialized DOC Team Creates Original Programming and Expands Online Learning Partnerships

Yearlong Review Highlights Over 330,000 Hours Spent on Vocational, Reentry and Personal Development Courses and 10% Increase in Usage

Expanded Program and Mobile Unit Increases Reentry Support and Removes Barriers to Housing, Employment and Essential Services

Innovative Partnership Equips Incarcerated Individuals with High-Demand Skills for Sustainable Employment Upon Release

Innovative Workforce Development Program Equips Participants with High-Demand Skills to Support Reentry and Employment

This comprehensive contract will cover all services provided within Bridgewater State Hospital

34 New Officers to Serve in Correctional and Recreational Roles Across DOC Facilities

This new initiative will strengthen the DOC’s ability to rapidly and effectively address the risks posed by potentially hazardous or illicit materials

The Massachusetts Department of Correction (DOC) today published its annual recidivism report, which reveals key findings on the three-year recidivism rates for individuals released in 2019

Collaborative program highlights Boston College’s mission of giving back and the DOC’s goal to prepare incarcerated individuals for successful reentry