05. How Diversion Hub Is Changing Lives Across Oklahoma | Meagan Taylor

In Episode 5 of Unintended Consequences, Mike Shelton sits down with Meagan Taylor, Executive Director of Diversion Hub, to discuss one of Oklahoma's most innovative approaches to criminal justice reform.Diversion Hub serves thousands of Oklahomans impacted by the criminal legal system by connecting them with housing, employment, treatment, transportation, identification services, family support, and other critical resources that create long-term stability.Drawing from her experience as a former prosecutor, Meagan shares how Oklahoma can improve public safety, reduce recidivism, and strengthen communities by focusing on people rather than punishment.This conversation explores:• The mission and impact of Diversion Hub• Why stability is critical to reducing incarceration• Housing, employment, and mental health barriers• The connection between poverty and criminal justice involvement• Why people fail to appear in court• Reentry and reintegration after incarceration• Family impacts of the justice system• Diversion vs. incarceration• Accountability and public safety• The future of criminal justice reform in OklahomaIf you care about public safety, criminal justice reform, community impact, mental health, housing, or building stronger Oklahoma communities, this episode is for you.Learn more about Diversion Hub:https://www.diversionhub.org