Mission Statement
The Mission of the Arkansas Division of Correction is to provide public safety by carrying out the mandate of the courts; provide a safe, humane environment for staff and inmates; strengthen the work ethic through teaching of good habits; and provide opportunities for staff and inmates to improve spiritually, mentally, and physically.
Vision Statement
The Vision of the Arkansas Division of Correction is to be an honorable and professional organization through ethical and innovative leadership at all levels, providing cost-efficient, superior correctional services that return productive people to the community.
Core Values
- Honor
- Integrity
- Public Service
- Accountability
- Transparency
Goals*
| First Agency Goal | To maintain cost-efficient care and custody of all inmates |
| Second Agency Goal | To provide safe and secure facilities for inmates and staff |
| Third Agency Goal | To attract and retain quality staff |
| Fourth Agency Goal | To provide constructive correctional opportunities that will help inmates successfully return to their communities |
| Fifth Agency Goal | To optimize inmate assignments in work programs |
| Sixth Agency Goal | Transparency |
*The Arkansas Division of Correction Strategic Plan advances all of the Governor’s Statewide Goals. It directly supports the Goals of “Protecting the Public’s Safety and Security” and “Transforming the Culture of State Government.”
Strategic Plan
ADC Strategic Plan 2022 – 2023
See previous Strategic Plans HERE
