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Home of Chicken & Waffles’ Derreck Johnson creates recipe for success

Posted on July 12, 2012July 31, 2019 by Jails to Jobs

There’s no denying that hiring ex-offenders can be challenging, but more people have to do it if we’re ever going to lower the recidivism rate. And maybe they would if they listened to Derreck Johnson, owner of San Francisco Bay […]

Stanford law student helps female ex-offenders launch businesses

Posted on July 5, 2012September 5, 2019 by Jails to Jobs

With so many barriers to employment, many ex-offenders find that starting their own business provides a better option than working for someone else. While entrepreneurship has its own challenges, those with creative ideas and determination can succeed, perhaps with a […]

Ban the box gains victory at Oakland Army Base redevelopment project

Posted on June 22, 2012May 7, 2019 by Jails to Jobs

The latest victory in the movement to “ban the box” comes courtesy of local activists in Oakland, Calif. It will affect the application forms for the nearly 5,000 employees who will be hired to work on the soon-to-be-redeveloped 366-acre site […]

Using the radar approach to help clients achieve job retention

Posted on June 15, 2012March 1, 2021 by Jails to Jobs

Helping your client get a job is not enough. That’s just the first step in the process. The biggest challenge is job retention, and job developers need to train both employees and employers on how to help those with barriers […]

The Pentorship Program encourages entrepreneurship among inmates

Posted on June 8, 2012August 29, 2019 by Jails to Jobs

Kristen Daniel, an MBA student at Georgia Tech, has created a unique organization to inspire inmates to think about becoming entrepreneurs upon their release. The Pentorship Program, a startup nonprofit, aims to pair inmates with entrepreneurs, who communicate by email […]

Canine Companions program helps prisoners learn responsibility

Posted on June 4, 2012July 20, 2022 by Jails to Jobs

Although it’s not exactly job training, a program that pairs puppies with prisoner handlers teaches responsibility, patience and commitment, skills needed for future employment. And the experience may eventually lead some inmates to jobs working with animals. The program, operated […]

How to find the funds to be able to start a small business

Posted on May 25, 2012May 29, 2022 by Jails to Jobs

Creating your own business can involve some startup costs, so keep that in mind. You may need to invest in equipment, tools, supplies, advertising and office space. Some jobs might require a truck to haul things around. Make a list […]

Think outside the box: Find success by starting your own business

Posted on May 12, 2012August 29, 2019 by Jails to Jobs

Looking for a job might not be the best way to find employment for some ex-offenders. Those who have tremendous drive, creativity and an ability to solve problems may want to consider starting their own business. Although many believe that […]

Horticulture programs help ex-offenders seek successful reentry

Posted on May 6, 2012July 20, 2022 by Jails to Jobs

While horticultural and gardening programs within jails and prisons provide excellent training to prepare inmates for possible post-release employment, similar programs for ex-offenders can do the same. They also, in many cases, provide internships and even paid employment. Garden Corps, […]

Horticultural programs provide therapy and job preparation

Posted on April 28, 2012November 17, 2021 by Jails to Jobs

Gardening and horticultural training programs in jails and prisons around the nation not only prepare those incarcerated for potential future employment but provide horticultural therapy as well. Horticultural therapy is the practice of using gardening activities under the supervision of […]

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