Nebraska Director and CLA President Rob Jeffreys meeting with Chairman Andy Biggs, Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance Committee, House Judiciary Committee  #MakePrisonSafeAgain #CLAOnTheHill

Hawai‘i Department of Public Safety Director Tommy Johnson with Representative Jill Tokuda, Representative Ed Case, and Senator Brian Schatz — working together to support corrections and public safety across the islands. 🌺🇺🇸 #Hawaii #PublicSafety #Corrections #CLAOnTheHill2025

CLA President and Nebraska Director Rob Jeffreys met with Senator Pete Ricketts to discuss key correctional priorities and strengthen support for the field. Grateful for the continued engagement from leaders on the Hill as we amplify the voices of correctional professionals.

We were honored to hold a reception celebrating William “Bill” Marshall III, Director of the Federal Bureau of Prisons, as he begins his role of dedicated leadership and service. 👏🇺🇸 #claonthehill2025

🏆 Congratulations to our 2025 CLA on the Hill Award recipients! Congressional Staff Champion Award: Lynda Garcia (Sen. Sen. Cory Booker) Jake Overton (Rep. Rep. David Kustoff) Congressional Public Safety Award: Rep. Danny K. Davis Rep. John Rutherford

“Working with Liliana was one of the best decisions we have made as an organization,” said Kevin Kempf, Executive Director of CLA. “The success we’ve had on Capitol Hill and our engagement with key decision makers can all be attributed to Liliana.” Contact her on LinkedIn.

Happy Fourth of July! While we celebrate today, let’s take a moment to thank the correctional workers and first responders working to keep us safe. We appreciate all you do. Wishing everyone a fun and safe holiday! 🇺🇸 #FourthOfJuly #ThankYou #heroes

2025 CLA Western Region Meeting begins today! 🎉 Badge pick-up is available from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM, followed by the Welcome Reception from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. We look forward to welcoming attendees and starting a productive and engaging week together. 🤝✨#CLAWesternRegion

The CLA 2025 Western Region Meeting in Napa, CA is off to a great start! 🌄✨ Day 1 opened with remarks from Secretary Jeff Macomber (CA Corrections) & Director Dan Shannon (Wyoming DOC). 👏 Big thanks to the Napa County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard for presenting the colors.

Correctional leaders discuss best practices & navigating transgender populations in their states. Speakers: 🔹Bill Lunsford, Legal Counsel, Butler Snow 🔹Jennifer Neil, Asst. Secretary, CA Corrections 🔹Kathleen Ratliff, Assoc. Director, CA Corrections

Gena Jones & Dr. Briana Rojas from CA Corrections led a session on staff wellness, highlighting the importance of building sustainable wellness programs & prioritizing wellness in corrections. 🧠💪🌿 #CorrectionsLeadership #WellnessInCorrections #CLAWestern2025

This discussion panel explored prison culture change initiatives in CA, OR, and WA, influenced by Norway's efforts. Panelists shared best practices, successful strategies, challenges, and overcoming cultural resistance. CA Corrections Washington State Department of Corrections ORCorrections #CLAWestern

Deputy Director Annette Lambert and Associate Director Michael Selby with the CA Corrections led a session that discussed how CA’s prison system used two quality management techniques: real-time performance evaluation and root cause analysis to address high-priority issues. 👏

Secretary Macomber led a discussion on how to adapt training for line staff to better connect with and support a new generation entering the corrections workforce. CA Corrections 👏

Katie Scott, Director of Member Services with CLA, led an impactful discussion with Western directors on leadership. 🔑💬 Directors shared diverse perspectives shaped by unique experiences, highlighting how backgrounds influence leadership, decision-making, & culture. #CLA

Check out the latest Correctional News July/August Planning & Construction edition featuring the Director’s Report! Proud to share insights and updates from the field. 📖 Read here: issuu.com/wmhmedia/docs/… 📣 Thanks to Correctional-News for highlighting this important work!

Stigma still blocks naloxone access, even though it saves lives and is widely supported. This new study reveals how stigma varies by profession, affecting attitudes & policy support. 📘 Full report: addictionpolicy.org/post/the-effec…

🚨 CLA Announces New Treasurer: PA DOC Secretary Laurel Harry has been appointed as CLA Treasurer, effective Aug. 15. “We are excited to welcome Secretary Harry to this critical role,” said CLA President Rob Jeffreys. Thank you to Commissioner Nick Deml for your service! #CLA

Q&A with Outgoing Corrections Commissioner Nick Deml. 👏 Insights on the challenges facing Vermont’s prisons. Go check it out: vtdigger.org/2025/08/10/qa-… #VermontCorrections #PrisonReform #Leadership

Exciting Leadership Updates! 🎉New directors: • Joel Anderson – Interim Director, South Carolina Department of Corrections • David Kelly – Commissioner, WV Division of Corrections & Rehabilitation • Jon Murad – Interim Commissioner, Vermont Department of Corrections