Jan 1, 2026StrategicPlan
BoardIowa Department of Corrections Strategic Plan 2026-2031
The Iowa Department of Corrections' five-year strategic plan (2026-2031) is designed to foster a safe, rehabilitative, and supportive environment, aiming for an Iowa with no more victims. It is strategically structured around three overarching priorities: Safety and Security; Reentry, Treatment, and Programming; and Culture and Wellness. The plan emphasizes institutionalizing five core values—Flexibility, Innovation, Courage, Trust, and Professional Development—with the goal of elevating the state's correctional system into a national model of excellence through continuous improvement.