Inmate work programs

Inmate work programs involve incarcerated individuals participating in job-related activities within correctional facilities or the community. These programs aim to develop skills, promote discipline, and reduce recidivism by providing work opportunities such as manufacturing, maintenance, or service tasks. Participants often earn wages, which may be used for personal expenses, restitution, or savings. Such programs also help prisons operate more efficiently by utilizing inmate labor for facility upkeep and other projects. Overall, they are designed to support rehabilitation, build work ethics, and facilitate smoother reintegration into society post-release.