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Segment Two: Practical Applications of AI in Community Corrections
SESSION INFO
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Session Type: Workshop
This 60-minute interactive workshop—the second in a three-part series—explores practical, low-effort, high-impact applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in community corrections. Participants will begin by identifying familiar uses of AI in daily life to normalize its presence and potential in professional settings. The session will then demonstrate how tools like Copilot, ChatGPT, and Gemini can support training development, streamline case documentation, and enhance communication between staff and clients. Through guided demonstrations and hands-on exercises, attendees will gain actionable skills and confidence to integrate AI into their workflows, improving efficiency and engagement.
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SESSION PRESENTERS
Chris D'Amato
Research Associate, University of Cincinnati Corrections Institute
Chris D'Amato is research associate for the University of Cincinnati Corrections Institute. As a research associate, Chris' main responsibilities include managing and leading research projects and training agencies in evidence-based practices. Chris’ research focuses on examining the validity and reliability of criminogenic risk assessments, the effects of criminal justice involvement on various life outcomes, effective correctional policy, and criminal sentencing. His professional goals center around using research to help the correctional field continue to make advancements around the treatment, rehabilitation, and reintegration of justice-involved individuals. Chris previously graduated with his PhD in Criminal Justice MS in criminal justice from the University of Cincinnati (2024) and a BS in criminal justice from Xavier University (2016).
Jennifer Scott
Director of Innovation and Outreach, University of Cincinnati Corrections Institute
Jennifer Scott is a seasoned leader in operational excellence and strategic vision, with 20 years of experience in public relations, organizational leadership, and customer service. Having joined the University of Cincinnati Corrections Institute (UCCI) in 2012, she currently serves as Director of Innovation and Outreach co-leading a dynamic team dedicated to advancing evidence-based practices in corrections through training, technical assistance, and innovative product development. Jennifer has served as Principal Investigator on numerous federal, state, and local grants, managing over cumulative $3.5 million dollars of initiatives that support corrections agencies across the country. Her expertise spans program design, contract negotiation, intellectual property management, and large-scale event coordination, including UCCI’s Annual Training Institutes. With dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Music and Theatre from Northern Kentucky University, Jennifer's strengths in communication and relationship building help forge meaningful partnerships and innovation in the field. “I thrive on the edge of what’s next, tapping into creativity and strategy to bring meaningful human connection and intentionality into UCCI’s work.”
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