We are delighted to share the news that Father Greg Boyle, the founder of Homeboy Industries, has been awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor. According to a White House press release it is given to […]
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ApprenticeshipUSA grants to increase apprenticeship programs
Those interested in apprenticeships may now have more opportunities than ever before, thanks to efforts by the U.S. Department of Labor to expand apprenticeship programs across the United States. On October 21, the White House announced that the DOL has […]
National Reentry Week hosts events around the nation
For those of you who don’t already know it, this week – April 24-30 – is the first ever National Reentry Week. The designation was established by the U.S. Department of Justice, which says that the week is part of […]
Council of State Governments creates Pathways to Prosperity
The attitude of employers is often the biggest obstacle to employment for those with criminal records. It’s almost like hitting the proverbial brick wall. But the Council of State Governments is out to change those entrenched attitudes. This nonprofit organization […]