Georgia company ProCivica aims to reduce recidivism through court-mandated education

The interior of the Clayton County Jail
An interior photo of Clayton County Jail. (David Goldman/Associated Press)

Atlanta-based ProCivica is launching a new digital platform aimed at reducing repeat offenses by rethinking how courts use mandated education.

Founded by behavioral health researcher and justice reform advocates Chip Morris and his son, Caleb, the company blends behavioral science and civic education to help justice-involved people reenter their communities.

As Georgia grapples with high incarceration costs — more than $23,000 per person each year — ProCivica says its approach reflects a broader national shift toward alternatives to punishment that focus on behavior change and public safety.