Each year, one CLA Director is chosen to receive the Michael Francke Career Achievement Award and another Director receives the Tom Clements Innovation and Achievement Award. This survey has been created to accept nominations for both of these awards. It is important that you read the bios of Francke and Clements to understand who these men were and what they stood for. All nominees should exemplify their outstanding service and commitment to their work. Nominations for either of these awards may be made by the current Governor, Mayor, CLA Directors, Associates, or a staff member of the nominee.

All Nominations must be submitted by EOD on November 1, 2024.

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North Dakota prison director receives national award for

'paving the way' to better prison culture

Colby Braun was presented Thursday with the Charles Colson Advocate of Hope Award from Prison Fellowship, the nation's biggest Christian nonprofit advocating for criminal justice reform.

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A great big welcome to Louisiana Secretary Gary Westcott. Governor Jeff Landry announced that Gary Westcott will serve as the Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections (DOC). Gary Westcott most recently served as the Deputy Secretary of DOC.

“At a time where public safety is a top priority for citizens across our state, I can think of no better person to lead the Department of Public Safety and Corrections than Gary Westcott. He has the leadership, experience, and knowledge that is necessary to ensure this department is running in an efficient and effective manner,” said Governor Jeff Landry.

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Congratulations to Scott Semple on receiving the

2024 Louie Wainwright Award!

The DC Department of Corrections, in collaboration with D.C. United and the Twinning Project, is launching a groundbreaking program to bring soccer-based leadership and education to the incarcerated. This initiative will enhance well-being and help prepare for successful reentry into the community through the power of sports.

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We are excited to announce our first-ever CLA Technology Conference, April 2025 in Charleston, South Carolina! After receiving countless requests from CLA Directors, we're proud to bring this much-anticipated event to life. Your passion for innovation has inspired us! Join us for a groundbreaking event focused on cutting-edge security technologies, from drone mitigation to contraband cellphones, body scanners, tasers, mail scanners, GPS, and so much more! Our exhibitor hall on site will be a hub of cutting-edge solutions, offering you the chance to see, touch, and experience them firsthand.