Pulaski County Sheriff's Prevention and Re-Entry Foundation

10/01/2026

With 13 men and 3 women celebrating their graduation from the CSI Re-Entry program at the Pulaski County Regional Detention Center, we wanted to share some sights and sounds from this important event. For more information on getting involved with the CSI Re-Entry program, visit www.csipr.org or call 501.249.6509.

10/01/2026

It’s always a joyous event when another CSI Re-entry graduation rolls around. A capacity audience was on hand for the Men’s term 34 and Women term 26 ceremony in September. Another 16 individuals (13 men and 3 women) joined the ranks of those graduating from the CSI program. For more information on getting involved with the CSI Re-Entry program, visit www.csipr.org or call 501.249.6509.

09/24/2026

Since it’s inception in 2019, 689 men and women have graduated from the CSI Re-Entry program. Many of those have made a successful transition back into society, with some of the alumni becoming mentors and teachers for those still incarcerated. Each year a group of CSI alumni gather with volunteers and staff to reconnect and encourage. In August, over 50 alumni enjoyed hanging out at the Arkansas Travelers baseball game. For more information on getting involved with the CSI Re-Entry program, visit www.csipr.org or call 501.249.6509.

09/24/2026

The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office Re-Entry Program continues to exceed expectations in restoring hope and reducing recidivism. According to the August 2026 report, 210 women and 479 men have graduated from the CSI Academy, with 168 women and 275 men being released since graduation. The program’s current recidivism rate is 10% for men and 8% for women. For more information on the CSI program, visit www.csipr.org or call 501.249.6509.

09/17/2026

09/17/2026

Among the amazing volunteers who give of their time, talent and treasure in the OK Program, Demeter Riley is a shining star. A former member of the Wrightsville City Board of Directors, Riley enters her third year as a volunteer. OK program director Willie Davis described Riley as “a tremendous blessing to the youth in the area of educational development.” Mrs. Riley took a few moments to speak with us during the OK summer youth camp.

09/17/2026

The OK summer youth camp was another great success, with students ages 6 to 17 having an opportunity to learn and have fun. During 8 weeks in June and July, the youth camp averaged approximately 45 to 50 students a day. In addition to the summer camp, the 3 day Sheriff’s youth camp for ages 12 to 27 averaged 25 to 30 students. The summer youth camp began in 2021, and serves youth in the Sweet Home, Higgins, Wrightsville, Woodson and Hensley area of Pulaski County. The OK program is always seeking mentors and volunteers. Join the OK team by contacting Sgt. Willie Davis at 501.580.2169 or visit www.okprogram.org

09/10/2026

The CSI program was part of Sheriff Eric Higgins’ overall mission to be Community focused, Safety driven and Integrity based. As of August of 2026, more than one thousand men and women have graduated from the CSI program, with an approximate recidivism rate of eight percent. The current recidivism rate for the State of Arkansas is over 48 percent. Sheriff Higgins addressed the graduating class of Men’s term 33 in July of 2026. For more information on supporting or volunteering with the CSI program, visit www.csipr.org or call 501.249.6509.

09/10/2026

Taking an important step toward success upon release, fourteen men graduated from the CSI Re-Entry program on July 23. It was a memorable day for graduates, family and program personnel at the Pulaski County Regional Detention Center in Little Rock. In phase one, participants attend class four hours a day, five days a week for twelve weeks. For more information on the CSI program, visit www.csipr.org or call 501.249.6509.