Mission Behind Bars Inc

Overview

Mission Behind Bars Inc, also known as Mission Behind Bars and Beyond (MB3), is a faith-based, non-profit organization operating in Kentucky, USA. The organization holds a tax-exempt status as a 501(c)(3) corporation.

Mission Statement

The mission of Mission Behind Bars Inc is to educate and engage communities across Kentucky in welcoming, supporting, mentoring, and equipping returning citizens with the resources they need to reintegrate successfully into society. A key goal is to reduce recidivism rates among those reentering society after incarceration[2][4][5].

Activities and Programs

Mission Behind Bars Inc focuses on jail, prison, and reentry ministry initiatives. The organization hosts conferences and workshops that address various aspects of reentry, including holistic transformation, community engagement, and individual transformation through practices like forgiveness and contemplative practices[1]. The conferences often feature breakout sessions with diverse topics such as congregation transformation and culturally responsive reentry services[1].

Partnerships and Sponsorships

Mission Behind Bars Inc collaborates with other organizations, including educational institutions and community coalitions, to support its mission. For example, it partners with the Greater Louisville Reentry Coalition to further its goals of reentry support and recidivism reduction[1].

Goals and Impact

By promoting a comprehensive approach to reentry, Mission Behind Bars Inc aims to contribute to the reduction of recidivism in Kentucky. Its evidence-based strategies focus on building connections with incarcerated individuals to facilitate successful transitions back into the community[3].

[1] https://www.missionbehindbarsandbeyond.org/reaching.html [2] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/27-2108295 [3] https://www.missionbehindbarsandbeyond.org/index.html [4] https://www.catholicprisonministries.org/listing/mission-behind-bars-and-beyond/ [5] https://engage.cnpe.org/public-member-directory/record/0011A00001SpRl3QAF