Nonprofit Quarterly Interview with Kevin McCracken

Kevin McCracken, The Last Mile’s new Executive Director
Kevin McCracken, The Last Mile’s new Executive Director

Nonprofit Quarterly sat down with Kevin McCracken, The Last Mile’s new executive director, to discuss the urgency of education and employment opportunities to combat incarceration and recidivism, drawing from his experiences as a justice-impacted, returned citizen.In this interview, Kevin emphasizes the importance of education and employment in reducing recidivism.

He highlights the significance of rehabilitative programs, comprehensive support for formerly incarcerated individuals, and the necessity for improved education in marginalized communities. He argues that tough-on-crime laws are ineffective and calls for political leaders to focus on education and rehabilitation programs instead of harsh sentencing.