Wanda H. Moore Named New Jersey Director of Prisoner Re-Entry

OPEN MINDS On-Line News Industry Newsmakers On September 10, 2008, Wanda H. Moore began her work as New Jersey director of prisoner re-entry, a position created as part of Governor Jon S. Corzine’s anti-crime strategy for Safe Streets and Neighbors. Ms. Moore replaces interim director Shavar Jeffries who is also counsel to the Attorney General. The New Jersey state-wide re-entry initiative is one aspect of Governor Corzine’s comprehensive three-part strategy to enhance public safety, combat violent street crime, and reduce recidivism. The program provides former prisoners with assistance in becoming productive members . . .