Key takeaways
- Desistance is a critical concept in understanding long-term safeguarding concerns.
- Criminal history should be assessed in the context of time and personal change.
- Faith communities play a vital role in supporting reintegration and providing a sense of belonging.
- Redemption and safety must be balanced in faith settings.
- Risk assessment tools can help evaluate the potential for reoffending.
- The passage of time significantly reduces the likelihood of reoffending.
- Supportive environments can help individuals with past convictions lead fulfilling lives.
- Hiring managers should consider the context of past offenses when making decisions.
- Advancements in research are reshaping how old convictions are addressed in safeguarding policies.
- Long-term reintegration requires ongoing support and meaningful engagement.
