The state of Kentucky has created secondchance.ky.gov, a website that connects residents who are leaving prison or overcoming addiction to resources that can help them find a job and/or an education. It also includes resources for companies that want to […]
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Prison Fellowship, the National Reentry Resource Center and Better Together create events in honor of Second Chance Month
April is Second Chance Month, an annual celebration launched in 2017 that focuses on creating opportunities for those who face barriers because of mistakes they made in the past. And this year, three organizations – Prison Fellowship, the National Reentry […]
How second chance applicants can find a job working for the Federal government
In honor of Second Chance Month in April, the U.S. Office of Personnel Management issued a Guide to Federal Employment for Second Chance Applicants. And those interested in working for the Federal government should download the guide and read it […]
White House increases second chance opportunities for those who have been incarcerated
In late April during Second Chance Month, the White House announced that it has launched a comprehensive strategy to expand what it calls “Incarceration to Employment” opportunities. The strategy includes creating education and training programs, and expanding access to employment […]
Plan an event for Second Chance Month in April
April is Second Chance Month. And you can encourage your business or organization to be get involved. The celebration allows you to help focus attention on the need to offer opportunities to those who face tremendous barriers because of mistakes […]