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Reimagining Corrections Brian Koehn on Transforming America’s Carceral System
Manage episode 497541248 series 3426170
In this episode, we sit down with Brian Koehn, founder of Social Purpose Corrections (SPC), a veteran-led nonprofit that is challenging the very foundation of how America approaches incarceration and re-entry. With over 30 years of experience, rising from correctional officer to warden to head of security for one of the world’s largest private corrections companies, Brian brings unparalleled insight into the failures and opportunities within our carceral system.
SPC takes a radically different approach: as a nonprofit, it directs 100% of its funding back into rehabilitative care, workforce training, and holistic support for incarcerated individuals, ensuring that every dollar serves the goal of preparing people for meaningful, crime-free lives post-release. This mission doesn’t just transform individuals; it uplifts entire communities disproportionately impacted by incarceration.
We discuss how SPC’s model can reshape corrections in North Carolina a state grappling with youth and adult recidivism rates, and serve as a national blueprint for humane, purpose-driven re-entry strategies. Brian also shares his personal journey of leaving the corporate correctional world, guided by faith and conviction, to build an organization rooted in dignity, healing, and social impact.
Listeners will gain a powerful look into what a truly rehabilitative correctional system could look like, and why it’s not only possible, but necessary for the future of justice reform across America.
If you would like to learn more about Brian and his Non-profit
80 episodes
Manage episode 497541248 series 3426170
In this episode, we sit down with Brian Koehn, founder of Social Purpose Corrections (SPC), a veteran-led nonprofit that is challenging the very foundation of how America approaches incarceration and re-entry. With over 30 years of experience, rising from correctional officer to warden to head of security for one of the world’s largest private corrections companies, Brian brings unparalleled insight into the failures and opportunities within our carceral system.
SPC takes a radically different approach: as a nonprofit, it directs 100% of its funding back into rehabilitative care, workforce training, and holistic support for incarcerated individuals, ensuring that every dollar serves the goal of preparing people for meaningful, crime-free lives post-release. This mission doesn’t just transform individuals; it uplifts entire communities disproportionately impacted by incarceration.
We discuss how SPC’s model can reshape corrections in North Carolina a state grappling with youth and adult recidivism rates, and serve as a national blueprint for humane, purpose-driven re-entry strategies. Brian also shares his personal journey of leaving the corporate correctional world, guided by faith and conviction, to build an organization rooted in dignity, healing, and social impact.
Listeners will gain a powerful look into what a truly rehabilitative correctional system could look like, and why it’s not only possible, but necessary for the future of justice reform across America.
If you would like to learn more about Brian and his Non-profit
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