From Theory to Practice What Works in Reducing Recidivism?

intervention, but a body of knowledge based on over thirty years of research that has been conducted by numerous scholars in North America and Europe. Also referred to as evidence-based practice, the What Works movement demonstrates empirically that theoretically sound, well-designed programs that meet certain conditions can appreciably reduce recidivism rates for offenders. Though the review and analysis of hundreds of studies, researchers have identified a set of principles that should guide correctional programs.