Diversion Program Evaluation – Judition Risk Reduction Strategies LLC

Diversion Program Evaluation

Diversion Program Evaluation for Juvenile and Adult Systems

Diversion is a critical tool in justice reform, providing courts and agencies with a pathway to accountability that avoids incarceration. However, when diversion programs are not properly evaluated or structured, they risk becoming inconsistent, ineffective, or even harmful.

At Judicial Risk Reduction Strategies, LLC, we provide agencies with comprehensive, evidence-informed evaluations of their juvenile and adult diversion programs. Our process ensures your diversion strategies are aligned with best practices, equitably applied, and deliver measurable outcomes.

Core Elements of Diversion Program Evaluation

This service is designed to help agencies examine the full scope and impact of their diversion efforts. Our evaluations typically include:

Review of current diversion program structure, eligibility criteria, and referral processes
Assessment of outcomes, success rates, and participant demographics
Equity audits to assess racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic disparities in access or success
Comparison with evidence-based diversion models at the local, state, or national level
Stakeholder interviews and system coordination analysis
Formal written recommendations for program redesign, expansion, or enhancement

Each evaluation is tailored to your agency’s jurisdiction, population served, and legislative framework.

Strategic Advantages of Diversion Program Oversight

Diversion programs that are evaluated and refined regularly deliver stronger, fairer results. With this service, your agency can:

Ensure Fair Access to Alternatives

Identify and address disparities in who is diverted and who is not.
Improve Program Outcomes

Increase the effectiveness of interventions through data-driven improvements.
Strengthen Community Trust

Offer credible, transparent alternatives that communities view as legitimate and fair.
Meet Oversight and Reporting Requirements

Provide structured, reportable data to funders, courts, and policymakers.
Support System-Wide Reform Efforts

Use diversion as a vehicle for reducing incarceration and promoting rehabilitative justice.

How This Evaluation Solves Real System Challenges

Many diversion programs are launched with strong intentions but lack long-term evaluation. As a result, agencies face:

This service helps your agency:

Led by Chadwick J. Libby, whose background includes system-wide reform and diversion strategy development, this evaluation brings expert insight to one of the most impactful tools in modern justice systems.

Refine What Works — Evaluate and Improve Your Diversion Programs

Make sure your diversion efforts are working as intended and for everyone. With structured evaluation and strategic refinement, diversion can become a cornerstone of your agency’s success.