The ARK is an interactive, searchable online database of evidence-based and promising programs designed for persons involved in the criminal justice system.

Because no intervention can work for everyone, programs are cataloged according to participants’ risk and need profiles and stage of processing in the criminal justice system.

For example, users can learn about programs suited for high risk and high need individuals at the pretrial stage, or low risk and low need individuals at the pre-arrest stage.

Information is provided on how the programs operate, research findings supporting their effectiveness and cost-effectiveness, their indicated target population, and best practices shown to enhance their outcomes.

Users can download PDFs of program manuals and other supporting materials and connect to relevant websites and libraries of governmental, scientific, and consumer organizations. To request a training on the ARK, click here.