Welcome
The Intersection to Care Project attempts to disrupt the desperate life circumstances that can lead to involvement in trafficking for those discharging from incarceration. It is not unusual for traffickers to be the primary source of support for those who walk out the doors of Shawnee County Adult Detention Center (SCADC). The ITC Project intends to give program participants another option.
The Intersection to Care (ITC) program is a partnership between the Rotary Club of Community Action Against Human Trafficking, Mirror Work for Success, Astra, and Shawnee County Adult Detention Center. ITC’s purpose is to provide a comprehensive reintegration program for women leaving incarceration by helping them develop goals, a reentry plan, obtain the resources needed to meet these goals, and make post release referrals. Our goal is to cultivate strong community partnerships to reduce recidivism, remove barriers and assist in stable reentry.
Intersection to Care, Rotary Community Action Against Human Trafficking - Intersection to Care is a very dynamic and growing program with many facets. In addition to the programs listed below, ITC provides resources including clothing and other basic needs, phones, bus passes, and more.
Mentor Program, Community Volunteers - Women are intentionally partnered with a mentor to help them prepare for release by meeting regularly to develop goals and to help with reintegration post release.
*14 active mentors, 45 active mentees, 104 total mentored since June 2024
Movement & Meditation, Michelle Kerr - This program teaches women how to make a mind-body connection, helping them learn empowerment techniques and self-development through exercise and meditation. *Every Wednesday and Friday
Health Choices/Health Education, Shawnee County Health Department – In partnership with the Shawnee County Health Department. A variety of topics regarding healthy eating, lifestyle choices, relationships, and healthcare information are covered in an open forum.
*Bi-weekly Thursdays
Doula Service, Topeka Doula Project - Incarcerated women who are pregnant receive education, support, and guidance during pregnancy, labor and birth, and postpartum period.
KU Technology, Center for Digital Inclusion - This program is designed by professors, researchers, and students at the University of Kansas. The educational program is for women with criminal justice involvement who want to improve their job skills and personal knowledge in digital media and computing. The primary goal of this program is to support employment opportunities and provide training for advancement in careers.
*Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Housing Assistance, ITC - Funds awarded to ITC from Kansas Fights Addiction are utilized to assist individuals released from SNCO jail into stable housing. The reentry team and housing coordinator collaborate to find suitable housing prior to release. ITC has provided 54 women with housing assistance in the last 12 months.
Colors of Strength Art Therapy, Jennifer Montgomery & Kristen Shook – This program utilizes color and art to show women how to identify their strengths and fears. The focus is on identity, healing, and growth. Healing In Color art exhibit scheduled for March 19, 2026.