Selection of Ambassadors: Identify and recruit passionate individuals as PICS Ambassadors for each of the ten target states.

Responsibilities:Ambassadors will engage in advocacy efforts, facilitate the distribution of surveys, and establish connections with universities or colleges for research adoption.

Team Formation:Each ambassador will assemble a team of six student volunteers to oversee survey distribution and conduct interviews. While also organizing community volunteers and staff to execute the plan.

Survey and Interview Goals: Ensure each state collects a minimum of 200 surveys and conducts 25-30 phone interviews.

Resource Allocation:Allocate resources to meet the identified needs of formerly incarcerated individuals and their support systems based on survey responses.

Case Management and Support Groups:Offer case management services and support group sessions to address the specific challenges identified through the research.

Communication Plan:Develop personalized communication plans for participants based on their survey responses to ensure effective support delivery.

Development of CEU Program:Create Continuing Education Units (CEU) on PICS Informed Trauma Care targeting various stakeholders including first responders, corrections, probation and parole officers, employers, community members, families, and community  leaders.

Establishment of PICS Task Force:Form a specialized task force to respond to trauma calls instead of law enforcement, providing immediate support and resources to individuals in crisis

Pre-Release Engagement:Initiate contact one year prior to release, providing support and resources to individuals and their families.

Post-Incarceration Support:Offer continued support for one year post-incarceration through case management, access to resources, and certification in PICS Informed Trauma Care.

Program Enrollment:Encourage participation in programs such as POW (Program for Opportunity and Wellness) or Stay Focused to promote rehabilitation and successful reintegration into society.

Special Events:Provide opportunities for families to reconnect and celebrate milestones through initiatives like Maxie’s Heart Family Reintegration Summer Camp and Gifts Beyond the Gates Christmas for children with incarcerated or formerly incarcerated parents.

Monitoring and Evaluation:Regularly assess the effectiveness of each step through data collection, feedback mechanisms, and stakeholder engagement. Adjust strategies as needed to ensure alignment with the overarching goals of the foundation.

Conclusion: This strategic plan outlines a holistic approach to addressing the challenges of PICS and supporting the reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals into society. By leveraging research, advocacy, education, and community initiatives, Opjl Soar Foundation aims to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by incarceration.