The 2030 Vision consists of seven Pillars of Impact that will help us transform lives for a better Texas and protect our great state. These pillars are the blueprint for the future, helping us achieve real-life outcomes and charting tangible impact.
By investing in all seven pillars, the TDCJ can and will achieve more in the decade ahead. The 2030 Vision looks at the agency as a whole and establishes the vision as a starting point for future planning and policy work. In that way, this plan is a beginning and seeks to reframe conversations about where we collectively want to go as we move into 2030.
At the TDCJ, public safety is always at the forefront of our minds and at the heart of the work that we do every day. Public safety is part of our mission, and we firmly believe in our responsibility to protect those in our custody, our staff, and the citizens of our great state. The TDCJ’s 2030 Vision reimagines multiple processes that will directly impact public safety.
Our workforce is the backbone of this agency and investing in their well-being and development is vital. With the goal of becoming the number one rated employer in the state by our employees, the TDCJ’s 2030 Vision invests in staff and provides them the necessary resources to excel.
Through innovative approaches to operations and programming, the TDCJ will optimize resources and pave the way for a more sustainable and effective future. The 2030 Vision employs new technology and redefines processes to enhance TDCJ operations.
By prioritizing emerging technologies, the TDCJ will be better equipped to meet the challenges of the future. The technology section of the 2030 Vision modernizes multiple TDCJ systems bringing the agency to the forefront of technological advancements. These modernizations will revolutionize the agency and its procedures as we know it.
The health and wellness of both staff and incarcerated individuals is paramount to the agency. The 2030 Vision provides new pillars of impact resources to inmates and staff to address their physical and mental health needs. This focus on holistic wellbeing will make the TDCJ a healthier environment for everyone and lead to better public health outcomes.
A critical component to keeping the public safe is by transforming the lives of those incarcerated. Through rehabilitation, individuals can change their maladaptive thinking and overcome previous unhealthy behavior patterns. Looking ahead to the future of this great agency, we are committed to restoring lives, enhancing programming, and providing additional resources to be a national leader in rehabilitative programming for incarcerated individuals and those on community supervision.
The TDCJ’s goal is to become a premiere workforce supplier for the State of Texas. By 2030, the majority of inmates will have meaningful employment prior to releasing from the TDCJ. By providing the necessary education and workforce training, those leaving the TDCJ will have the knowledge and skills to successfully reenter and stay in our Texas communities.
