The first priority of many people leaving prison is to get a job. But going to college may provide a better way to reenter society. Just ask Eric Gentry. Gentry runs two unique community college programs geared to those in […]
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation report highlights second-chance employment
When the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation issues a special report on second chance hiring, you know that the issue has entered the mainstream. This summer the foundation released “America Working Forward, Hidden Workforce.” In the introduction to the 44-page report, […]
Manpower employment agency offers new GED program to qualified workers
Would you like to work in a temp job and receive help with attaining your high school equivalency GED at the same time? If so, you may want to look into applying for a position at Manpower. The Manpower employment […]
RAND Corp. research finds incentives can encourage hiring of workers with nonviolent felony convictions
Employers are more likely to hire those with nonviolent felony convictions if they are given financial incentives to do so. At least that’s according to research conducted by the RAND Corp. In its report – Breaking Down Barriers: Experiments into […]
How to buy a used tattoo removal laser device
If you’re planning to launch a free or low-cost tattoo removal program and are concerned about the expense of buying equipment, you may want to consider purchasing a pre-owned laser device. These devices are extremely cost effective – you can […]
Realistic job advice for those in reentry
At college commencement ceremonies across the nation each year, illustrious speakers urge graduates to “Think big. Reach for the stars. Find your purpose.” Sounds good, but in today’s world, they may be unrealistic ideas, especially for those leaving prison. It’s […]
San Francisco foundation helps ex-offenders gain apprenticeships
For many leaving prison getting an apprenticeship can be a great way to reenter society. And Anders and Anders, a small San Francisco foundation, is helping those in reentry do just that in a big way. It would be difficult […]
Global Homeboy Network Gathering brings together agents of change from around the world
We attended the 2019 Global Homeboy Network gathering for the fourth time earlier this month. The sixth annual event brought together 320 attendees from 85 organizations, seven countries, 30 states and 72 cities. Six years ago, Homeboy Industries in Los […]
Reentry simulation educates participants on what it’s like to come out of prison
Want to know what it’s like to leave prison and begin to reintegrate into society? Is it possible to really understand the difficulties and challenges involved? Now at least people can get a basic understanding of the process by attending […]
The Homecoming Project offers first-of-its-kind housing program for those in reentry
Leaving prison and having no place to call home is an all too typical scenario for those in reentry. But one California nonprofit has created The Homecoming Project, a unique program to deal with this challenge. That nonprofit is the […]