FRONTLINE NEWS  
February 2019
In Loving Memory
DOC mourns the loss of former Director Walter B. Ridley. Director Ridley, who held office from 1989 to 1994, was known for his extensive corrections expertise, his sound advice to professional colleagues, as well as his infectious smile. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Please keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers.
The District of Columbia Department of Corrections is saddened by the passing of retired Corporal Debbie Marbury. We honor her 21 years of dedicated service to our agency. Corporal Marbury was known to be hard working and nurturing towards inmates and her colleagues. She had a distinct way of connecting with people and was always willing to help others. She also served on the Lorton Reformatory closure team.

Our heartfelt condolences and prayers are with Corporal Marbury's family and friends during this time.
Film Screening: Raised In The System
Earlier this month, a special screening of VICE on HBO's "Raised In The System" was held at the Correctional Treatment Facility (CTF) for inmates and staff. The documentary featuring actor and producer, Michael K. Williams, Dominic J. Dupont, community activist and DOC's own Dr. Bahiyyah M. Muhammad, highlights the heavy impacts of mass incarceration on the lives of men, women, particularly children. Immediately following the screening, inmates took part in an emotionally charged and empowering discussion where they shared their personal experiences with Mr. Williams, Ms. Liza Jessie Peterson, writer and actor, and Mr. Dupont.
Nigerian Delegation Prison Reform Tour
The Network of University Legal Aid Institution (NULAI) Nigeria toured the Central Detention Facility (CDF) and the Correctional Treatment Facility (CTF) to examine and learn about our daily operations, along with programming and services that are offered to inmates in our care.

The tour was led by Deputy Warden Kathleenjo Landerkin, deputy directors and program managers from various divisions within our facilities. More than 20 visitors walked through the Inmate Reception Center, the Video Visitation Center, the READY Center, Medical Unit, the College and Career Readiness Department, the Law Library and other units.

Visit our Facebook page to view more pictures from the tour!
Black History Month Spoken Word Contest
Each year, DOC hosts a Black History Month Poetry and Spoken Word contest for inmates at the Central Detention Facility (CDF) and Correctional Treatment Facility (CTF). This year's participants shared poetry, essays and musical selections about mass incarceration, economic freedom, police brutality, peace, and love. Each contestant's performance was then scored by a panel of judges comprised of DOC staff from various divisions. Winners from each session were awarded commissary prizes. Congratulations to all the program participants for sharing their artistic work and talents!
Policies & Procedures
Policy binders with the agency’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) were placed in the Officers' Dining Rooms (ODR) at the Central Detention Facility, Correctional Treatment Facility, Central Cell Block and the Training Academy.

Once existing and new policies are approved by the Director, the OPP will update the binders monthly. All binders must remain in their respective places.

The following policies have been updated and approved:


PP 3350.2 – PREA

PP 5500.2 – Restrictive Housing

PM 5300.1 – Inmate Disciplinary and Administrative Housing Hearings

PP 3810.1 – ADA Accommodating Employees with Disabilities



Welcome to DOC, Mia Caras!
Mia Caras is a seasoned criminal justice reform advocate joining the Programs and Case Management (PCM) staff as a Program Analyst focused on data system development and data collection. For the past 14 years, Ms. Caras worked under the Special Arbiter overseeing Jerry M. v. DC with a focus on the juvenile justice system. 

She graduated from Ithaca College with a degree in sociology and has a master's in criminal justice from George Washington University. Her areas of expertise includes using data to help improve systems, promoting better-connected programming, and ultimately providing the incarcerated citizens of DC much needed services.

She currently resides in DC with her husband and two sons.

Best wishes to Mrs. Caras in her new role!
March Commemorations
SPRING FORWARD!
Daylight Savings - Sunday, March 10, 2019
Sunday, March 17, 2019
Spring begins on Wednesday, March 20, 2019