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Virginia’s governor unveils a groundbreaking reentry program at Red Onion State Prison — one of the nation’s most secure facilities — signaling a bold step toward rehabilitation for even the toughest inmates. Already operating in 14 other Virginia prisons, this initiative targets 20 high-risk inmates nearing release, equipping them with job skills, community resources, and cognitive-behavioral tools to prevent recidivism. Designed to break the cycle of incarceration and build safer communities, the program adapts intensive methods from medium-security models to fit Red Onion’s ultra-controlled environment. Despite recent controversies around inmate welfare and mistreatment — including self-harm incidents and unresolved allegations of racism — officials remain committed to reform, viewing successful reentry as vital to public safety.

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