“Creating Opportunities for Change”
California Jail Programs Association
The California Jail Programs Association (CJPA) is the only organization that addresses the multiple challenges of inmate programming and custodial services in California. The membership is made up of both sworn and non-sworn professionals in corrections, program management, educational, vocational, psych-social services, recreation, pastoral care and behavioral health, from both large and small county jails. CJPA members understand the unique aspects of jail programming and services.
The goal of CJPA is to rapidly share information, review best practices and evidence based modalities in program delivery. We are invested in developing programs and services that meet the demands of the increasing inmate population with cost effective, results oriented programming, in a safe and secure environment. We network to review innovative practices that improve the quality of inmate programs in any agency despite dwindling budget resources. Professional inmate programs and services have been proven to reduce recidivism and assist facilities maintain a safer environment for detention staff.
President’s Message
It is an honor to introduce myself as the newly elected President of the California Jail Programs Association (CJPA) as we proudly celebrate our 32nd anniversary. I am deeply grateful for the trust you have placed in me, and I am truly excited to work alongside such a dedicated and talented group of professionals.
For more than three decades, our board has played a pivotal role in navigating the complex challenges of inmate programming and custodial services across California. Our mission—to rapidly share information, explore best practices, and promote evidence-based approaches to program delivery—has never been more important. We are committed to developing innovative, cost-effective, and results-driven programs that meet the evolving needs of our growing inmate population, all while maintaining a safe and secure environment.
As President, I am dedicated to fostering open communication, strengthening collaboration, and ensuring that every voice at the table is valued and respected.
In the months ahead, we will focus on expanding and elevating the CJPA, keeping our shared vision and purpose at the center of everything we do. I am confident that together we will continue to broaden our impact and drive meaningful progress both within our facilities and throughout the communities we serve.
Thank you for your commitment, passion, and expertise. I look forward to meeting each of you as we embark on this exciting new chapter.
Warm regards,
Justin Reeder
President
California Jail Programs Association
Renée Hankla, President, San Benito County
Justin Reeder, Vice President, Mariposa County
Patricia Ceballos, Secretary, San Diego County
Katherine MacMahon, Treasurer, Ventura County
Rafael Luna, Member at Large, Santa Barbara County