What are the basic aims of TX CURE?

TO EDUCATE Policy makers and the public on the value of preventative, rehabilitative, and restorative policies and programs in crime prevention, and on the relationship between unmet human needs and crime.

TO INFORM prisoners, victims, families, and other interested persons about resources available to those undergoing the effects of crime and violence.

TO ADVOCATE for laws, policies, and programs that are effective in the prevention of crime and violence, which promote healing and reconciliation and that contribute to the successful reintegration of offenders into their communities.

TO PROVIDE FORUMS in which victims, prisoners, policy makers, criminal justice personnel, and citizens can communicate, consult, and work together toward effective solutions to crime and violence.

Who joins TX CURE?

Membership is composed of prisoners and their families, corrections professionals, public officials, and “ordinary citizens” concerned about criminal justice in Texas.

Is TX CURE soft on crime?

NO! Providing education and employment, and addressing other health and human needs are more effective responses in preventing crime than is incarceration. Preventative measures, such rehabilitation and treatment are less costly both in tax dollars and in human suffering.

What are TX CURE’s main concerns?

  • Reserving incarceration only for those who pose a danger to their community
  • Decent conditions for those who must be incarcerated
  • Availability of rehabilitative and substance abuse programs and mental health treatment
  • Fair and equitable sentencing and parole systems
  • Abolition of the death penalty
  • What does TX CURE do?
  • Monitors the law and policy making processes
  • Informs the membership and the public on the effects of legislation/proposals
  • Facilitates the participation of prisoners and their families in public education efforts and in the law and policy making processes
  • Networks with other organizations to develop broad-based support on common issues;
  • Speaks out on behalf of prisoners and their families, providing balance to criminal justice discussions.

Note: TX CURE has no legal staff to deal with legal problems.

How is TX CURE organized?

TX CURE is a state-wide, non-profit 501©(3) organization governed by a Board of Directors. Among its responsibilities, the Board sets policy, develops TX CURE’s plan of action, provides guidance and support to the local chapters, and raises funds to support the organization’s work. The chapters provide a structure for membership participation and support.

  • CURE … Citizens United for Rehabilitation of Errants, is a nation-wide grass roots organization dedicated to reducing crime through reform of the criminal justice system. TX CURE is the Texas Chapter.
  • Communicate with lawmakers about justice issues.
  • Help establish state chapters to expand our influence nationally.
  • Keep our membership informed of important issues and legislation.
  • Provide information to media and lawmakers about justice issues.
  • How can you help?
  • Become a member today.
  • Attend meetings.
  • Volunteer.
  • Write your representatives related to justice issues often.
  • Donate time or money to help the national or state chapters.
  • Start a state chapter if none exists.
  • Spread the word.