Housing After Recovery: Expanding Access for Justice-Involved Individuals

Authors

Calvin Parzych, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Melinda Gillen, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Juliet Worayewaa, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mikayla Witter, Minnesota State University, Mankato

Author Affiliation

Department of Social Work, Minnesota State University, Mankato

Document Type

Policy Advocacy Brief

Publication Date

3-2026

Issue Statement/Executive Summary

Every human being deserves access to safe, stable housing, especially individuals in recovery from substance use disorders. These individuals face significant barriers to stable housing, especially when their criminal records are considered by landlords. This can pose a risk to potential relapse, homelessness, and overall struggle to maintain recovery. Addressing housing discrimination for all members of society, especially justice-involved individuals, can aid in resolving public health and social justice issues that continue to be a long-standing problem.

Department

Social Work

Recommended Citation

Parzych, C., Gillen, M., Worayewaa, J., & Witter, M. (2026). Housing after recovery: Expanding access for justice-involved individuals. MSW Policy Advocacy Brief, Minnesota State University, Mankato. https://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/msw-student-policy-advocacy-briefs/72