Introduction

The Speaker’s Bureau offers groups across Idaho insight into the criminal justice system. This service is invaluable and free. Department professionals can speak on a variety of topics including: a basic overview of corrections in Idaho and the current philosophy of the department as well as expertise on sex offenders, education behind bars, transitioning inmates to communities successfully, corrections in communities, and information on employing offenders.

 Who We Serve

The Idaho Department of Correction provides Speaker’s for community groups. Our goal is to share information and increase the community understanding of corrections. Not all topic experts are available in all parts of the state, but the department will work to provide a speaker to fit your needs. Please allow at least two weeks advance notice.

 Topic list

Community Connection topics:

• Partnering with communities for a better tomorrow
• Transitioning from prisons to communities, ensuring success
• Corrections in your Community

Prison topics:

• The What Works philosophy at work
• The challenge of managing Idaho’s highest risk offenders
• Education behind bars
• Programs

Probation and Parole topics:

• Supervising offenders in communities
• Keeping the community safe
• Sex Offender caseloads and treatment issues

Possible Employment topics:

• Breaking Employment Barriers for convicted felons
• Benefits of employment for Offenders
• Work as a transitional element for offenders

Special Topics for Children:

• Drug dogs demonstrations
• Why school is so important

 How to request a speaker

You may request a speaker through our Public Information Office. Please contact the office with your name, phone number and community group information.

Email: inquiry@idoc.idaho.gov
Phone: (208) 658-2138
Mail: Jeff Ray, Public Information Officer
Idaho Department of Correction Speaker’s Bureau
1299 N. Orchard, Suite #110
Boise, ID 83706