Corrections_Today_Winter_2024-2025_Vol.86_No.4

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NEWS FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

From Rob’s Desk Carrying momentum from Nashville to Orlando

I hope this message finds each of you well and professionally en ergized after the successful 154 th Congress of Correction in Nashville. It was truly a remarkable gathering, filled with inspiring dis cussions, insightful presentations and the opportunity to connect and collaborate with fellow corrections professionals. The commitment, passion and enthusiasm exhibited by all attendees, exhibitors and pre senters underscores the importance of our work to enhance correctional practices, stay focused on advanc ing practices and information, supporting every discipline and staff member in our profession and creating opportunities to replicate excellence in our work. During our time in Nashville, we had the pleasure of hearing from esteemed speakers who shared valuable perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities within corrections. The plenaries and feature sessions were particularly enlightening, allowing for deeper engagement on key topics. Your active participation brought these discussions to life, and together, we

explored innovative solutions that can drive meaningful change in our communities. I hope you were able to experi ence the 45-minute conversation with Jelly Roll facilitated by our President Denise Robinson. What a memorable moment it was when Jelly Roll thanked corrections for helping him change his life. “I am not a victim of your sys tem, I am product. Thank you”. Looking ahead, I am excited to announce our 2025 Winter Confer ence to be held in the vibrant city of Orlando, Florida. Our preliminary blueprint and planning guide is now available on our website. Housing and registra tion is also open. I know our staff and I are busy preparing a host of opportunities for learning and collaboration. This conference will focus on emerging trends in corrections tech nology. For example, we will explore the burning question of how we are going to maintain aging facilities with preventive maintenance and cooling needs along with other key issues brought up by our members.

As we prepare for Orlando, your input and involvement are crucial. Your perspectives will be vital in shaping a conference that truly addresses the needs of our attendees, our staff and the communities we serve. In closing, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your ongoing commitment to the best in corrections. Together, you and I can continue to foster a professional landscape that sup ports growth, innovation, and positive change. Let’s carry the momentum from our time in Nashville into the future as we look forward to reconnecting in Orlando and continue our mission to drive excellence in professional cor rections across the country and around the globe. CT

Sincerely,

Robert L. Green ACA Executive Director

Winter 2024-2025 | Corrections Today

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