Federal Bureau of Prisons

**About Us** Our agency was established in 1930 to provide more progressive and humane care for federal inmates, to professionalize the prison service, and to ensure consistent and centralized administration of federal prisons. **A foundation built on solid ground.** We excel at our mission because we have a strong value system at our core. Combined with a comprehensive strategic plan, our agency has a clear vision of how to accomplish the correctional goals and operational objectives we have set out to achieve. Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Our highly-skilled, diverse, and innovative workforce creates a strong foundation of safety and security. Through the principles of humanity and normalcy, we develop good neighbors.