Establishing best-practice statements for post-custody community transition: Insights from a modified Delphi study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The transition from custody to community is a critical juncture for people exiting custody, necessitating substantial support. However, the programs and services providing this support are often fragmented and lack a unified approach in terms of terminology, design, resourcing, timing, delivery, and monitoring and evaluation. This study sought to establish an agreed terminology and promote a broader consensus on best practices relating to these programs and services.

Methods

We used a two-phased Delphi methodology to provide a structured, formal, and iterative process for gathering and refining the opinions of subject experts, knowledge holders, and people with lived experiences. Using purposive sampling, 160 national and international participants were invited

SUBMITTER: Majeed T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12061168 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature