Unik Foundation

The New American Anti-recidivism Program (NAARP) - the New American Anti-recidivism Program (NAARP) Aims to Provide a Comprehensive Program for the New American/immigrant/refugee Communities in Franklin County, Ohio, With a Focus on Reducing Recidivism Rates Among Greater Ohio Returning Citizens. the Program Is Ground-breaking in Placing Culture-positive Behaviors at the Center of Sud Treatment and Anti-recidivism Efforts. the Project Includes Linked Components, Each of Which Contributes to the Successful Transition Needed to Meet Societal, Federal, State, and County Objectives. Naarp Will Be Implemented at Madison Correctional Institute, Franklin County Jails, London Correctional Institute, and Pickaway Correctional Institute. Naarp Provides Opportunities for the Development and Maturation of the Participating Inmates’ Commitment to Normative Values and Responsibilities, Believing This Will Result in Overall Changed Behavior, Better Institutional Adjustment, and Reduced Recidivism Rates. Naarp Seeks to Address the Unique Challenges That Immigrants, Refugees, New Americans, and Bipoc Individuals Face in Reintegrating Into Society After Being Released From Prison or Detention Centers While Struggling With Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and Other Mental Health Issues. Naarp Will Address the Main Risk Factors for Recidivism While Providing Culturally Sensitive, Trauma Informed Care to the Participants. the Project Will Build Upon Unik Foundation’s Existing Programs at the Madison Correctional Institute, Franklin County Jails, London Correctional Institute, and Pickaway Correctional Institute. Naarp Will Target Bipoc Individuals Aged 18 and Over, Many of Whom Speak English as a Second Language and Originate From Africa and Asia. Naarp Will Use a Multi Pronged Approach to Provide a Comprehensive and Person-centered Approach, Addressing the Risk Factors for Recidivism, Including Substance Abuse, Lack of Education or Job Skills, Mental Health Issues, and Lack of Social Support. the Program Will Provide a Range of Services, Including Comprehensive Case Management, Substance Use and Cognitive Behavioral Interventions, Vocational Training, Mental Health Services, Housing Assistance, and Access to Community Resources. the Goal Is to Empower Clients Through Client-centric Programming and Leadership Skill Development, With the Hope That They Will in Turn Become Advocates for Disenfranchised People Living in Marginalized Communities. Naarp Will Utilize Evidence-based Interventions to Address the Unique Challenges Faced by This Population, Including Limited Financial Resources, Difficulty Finding Employment, and Discrimination. the Program Will Provide Education and Training to Help Participants Achieve Economic Stability, Access Healthcare and Other Necessities, and Overcome Obstacles to Social and Economic Mobility. Our Measurable Objectives Include Reducing Recidivism Rates Among Participants and Providing a Grounding in Positive Values and Responsibility to Help Them Successfully Reintegrate Into Their Communities. the Program Aims to Serve 100 Participants Annually, With a Goal of Serving 500 Individuals Throughout the Lifetime of the Project. Naarp Will Coordinate With Appropriate State and Local Health Agencies to Ensure That Clients Receive the Most Appropriate and Effective Services. to This End, We Have Partnered With the Heart of Ohio Family Heath, Centre for Employment Opportunities , and New Directions Career Center, to Ensure the Program's Success. Through Naarp, Unik Foundation and Its Partners Will Develop Appropriate Treatment Plans, and Ensuring That Clients Receive the Necessary Support and Resources to Successfully Reintegrate Into the Community. by Providing a Range of Services Tailored to the Unique Needs and Circumstances of Each Client, Naarp Will Reduce the Risk of Recidivism and Promote Successful Re-entry and Recovery for This Underserved Population.