In this episode of Justice Speaks, Kaylee Dickenson, West Virginia’s State Drug Court Coordinator, shares insights on treatment court effectiveness, innovative funding models, and overcoming rural challenges. Learn how her leadership helps reduce recidivism, support participants, and shape the future of Drug and Family Treatment Courts in the state.This episode is sponsored by Reconnect.

Join us on Justice Speaks as Dr. Yasuhiro Maruyama, a professor at Rissho University, shares his journey into Therapeutic Jurisprudence, inspired by U.S. Drug Courts and mentorship from JSI Co-Founder Judge Peggy Hora. Discover his insights on the global impact of problem-solving courts.

Judge Karen Friedman discusses her human-centered approach to criminal justice reform, her work with the BJA, and her commitment to rehabilitation, support, and systemic change. This episode is sponsored by Reconnect.

Wendy Venvertloh discusses the evolving role of pretrial services, the impact of technology, and the importance of empathy in driving meaningful justice reform. This episode is sponsored by Reconnect.

Janel McFeat discusses restorative justice, the Washington Statewide Reentry Council’s work, and the Reentry 2030 initiative to create a human-centered reentry system. This episode is sponsored by Reconnect

Chief Tamika Nelson, San Diego County Probation Department, discusses her transformative approach to probation, emphasizing collaboration, engagement, and innovation to inspire positive change in the justice system. This episode is sponsored by Reconnect.

David Rogers explores justice issues in tribal courts, public safety initiatives, and the transformative role of restorative justice in Native communities. This episode is sponsored by Reconnect.

Scott Taylor shares insights on AI’s role in criminal justice supervision and advocates for compassionate, community-centered approaches to rehabilitation and reintegration. This episode is sponsored by Reconnect.