See Something, Say Something is a False Narrative! Active Bystandership in Community Corrections Prevents Harm to Staff, Supervisees, and the Community

Active bystandership, largely based on the research of Dr. Ervin Staub, has been implemented in 390+ law enforcement agencies, State Correctional facilities, and county jails with one clear aim: prevent harm. Stakes are high in community corrections for mistakes and actions that erode trust in community supervision. On top of that, community corrections professionals are facing increasing challenges in maintaining their own health and wellness in the face of exposure to trauma, demanding jobs, and burnout. Yet, it is most of the inaction of peers in the workplace responsible for risky moments becoming dreadful outcomes. Active bystandership is an effective way to prevent mistakes and misconduct and to enhance the well-being of employees. Learn how the Heroes program operationalizes the social science of active bystandership for organization-wide impact. Come to learn, stay for the skills practice, and leave with a sense of hope for the future of community corrections!

Watch this pre-recorded, on-demand training to earn 1.5 APPA Contact Hours! This training is also eligible for Changing Offender Behavior (COB) credit.