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As we continue to celebrate #SecondChanceMonth24, we invite you to check out The National Reentry Resource Center at https://lnkd.in/g3kJQjRi. The National Reentry Resource Center provides reentry toolkits for agencies and organizations, information on clearing adult and juvenile criminal records, webinars for supporting formerly incarcerated individuals, and more! Second Chance Month is celebrated in April to to commemorate the passage of the Second Chance Act in April of 2008. "The Second Chance Act (SCA) supports state, local, and tribal governments and nonprofit organizations in their work to reduce recidivism and improve outcomes for people returning from state and federal prisons, local jails, and juvenile facilities." #ReentryMatters [IMAGE: An emblem is shown at top left. It shows a blue circle with the number "15" in white text in the center. Around the circle is blue text with two yellow stars. The text reads "Second Chance Act. Fifteen Years." Under the emblem is blue text that reads, "Second Chance Month." A graphic is shown at right with eight people of different genders standing in a group all facing towards the reader.]

This is absolutely wonderful, and I have such respect for both of these men for choosing to make positive changes. The answer is not tougher prison sentences, the answer is rehabilitation, canine companionship, positive reinforcement, the opportunity to belong, and the support so these humans aren't set up for failure. I have the utmost respect for programs such as the Pawsitive Change Prison Program. There is literally no limit to the capabilities of animals, and the ways in which they can change a human's life. The brilliance of pairing dogs labeled with negativity, and prison inmates also labeled with negativity, is unmatched ♡. These inmates and canines are proof that sometimes all you need...is a little kindness. The next time you're thinking about donating to a great cause for work, school, or personally, please consider donating to programs such as this one. This program and it's canine rehabilitators, are changing lives for humans across the US, one Pawsitive step at a time, and these amazing humans are reminding these canines, they are so much more than just dogs🐾 💙. Marley's Mutts Pawsitive Change Prison Program #pawsitivechange #rehabilitation #support #pawsitivechangeprisonprogram #havefaith #caninerehabilitators #mentalhealth #bethechange #endprisonstigma

📣 Establishing a strong relationship between local clubs and prisons is crucial for post-release engagement. 🤝 🌍 By considering geographic proximity, we ensure that our delivery supports and protects the local community. 🏘️ 🤝 Our initiatives dovetail with other local community projects and provide through-the-gate support. Together, we can make a difference! 🤝 ⚽️ We believe in collaboration, not competition. Our clubs do not cannibalize from each other, unless there is no other provision available. ⚽️ 🔑 The Football Club Foundation acts as the primary through-the-gate support, guaranteeing engagement and transforming lives. 💪 🙌 Join us in our mission to improve mental and physical health, wellbeing, and employment opportunities for prisoners. Together, we can make a lasting impact! 🌟 #TwinningProject #CommunityEngagement #TransformingLives #ThroughTheGateSupport #FootballForGood #MakingADifference

If 9.5% of Principals in America are black serving children in “traditional” schools, how many black Principals you think that are serving predominately black children in prison? There is no data on it. I’m one of the few. Our children in prison have no black role models. What’s more diabolical than that is most therapist/counselors in prisons serving predominantly black boys are young white females. They have no shared experiences and most are afraid of the youth they serve. This is not coincidental but by design. The system by design is meant to keep black boys especially in prison for the rest of their life in prison. Rest assure I’m on crusade to save our boys from becoming part of the juvenile Justice System. #TheStrikesAndYouAreIn #PrisonPrincipal #ProjectSaveOurBoys #OneOfTheFew

Did you know that over 1,700 voluntary organisations work in our UK criminal justice system? #InternationalVolunteerDay To mark International Volunteer Day, we’re taking a closer look at the incredible role of voluntary work in our justice system. 🔍 📈 From pioneering services for vulnerable individuals, to enabling families of prisoners to access the support they need, voluntary organisations have a rich history of transforming people’s lives and driving positive change. 📑 Head over to the Clinks Directory of Services to find out about over 1,000 different voluntary and community organisations working in the criminal justice sector ➡️ clinks.org/directory #VolunteerImpact #CriminalJusticeSystem #CriminalJustice #VolunteerWork

Have you ever wondered about the stories behind the walls of Africa's prisons? PACT Missionaries' Prison Ministries Cause is turning those stories into tales of hope and redemption. This initiative isn't just about changing lives; it's about redefining futures for those who have lost their way. We're on a mission to illuminate the darkest corners with faith, education, and a guiding hand towards a new chapter. Your support doesn't just light up a path for one; it ignites a beacon of hope for many, proving that change is possible, and redemption is within reach. This is your invitation to join a community of believers in second chances and the healing power of transformation. Together, we can be the change agents in a story of renewal and recovery. Let's unite in this cause. Your generosity and belief can open doors to new beginnings and restore faith in the hearts of those yearning to turn a new leaf. #hopebehindbars #secondchances #faithinredemption #transforminglives #spiritualguidance #educationforinmates #reintegrationsupport #pathtorighteousness #supportredemption #prisonoutreach #changeaheart #donateforhope #newbeginnings #justiceandmercy #pactimpact #livesrebuilt #faithandforgiveness #bridgebacktosociety #empowermentthroughfaith"

Had the opportunity to deliver another self employment exploration workshop thanks to the grant from The National Lottery Community Fund. Spoke to 10 men, all seeking to learn about becoming self-employed and earning a legitimate income. As you can see in the graphic below, a wide mix of ideas and aspirations for the future, and people highlighting the skills and knowledge they have (mainly in their product / service) and the ones they need to develop (mainly in the practicalities of being self-employed). As part of the funding, will be following up with some of the people who requested a more in-depth discussion to help define their idea more clearly. As HMP Preston is a local prison, there was a mix of people waiting to go to court, awaiting sentencing or just staying a short while before being moved to other prisons. It's never too early to start considering this pathway, and even if some of the people get a lengthy sentence, knowing this could be for them in the future can help to inform their long-term resettlement plans including the courses and actions they take along the way.

Question posed by one of the workshop attendees... "Where can I go to seek help to find some start up funds - I want to earn a legitimate income and not come back to prison." Funding always come up as a topic, with people highlighting the lack of funds to start up, even if they are still formulating their idea or have aspirations of setting up as handyman and will need a range of tools and equipment. I have been asked how can someone know they need funds without having a plan in place, and I suppose the answer is if you know you have no access to funds it's going to be challenging so you have to find ways to plan for that (A bit chicken and egg unfortunately). A conundrum that I still am working on... What can my network suggest? #selfemployment #entrepreneurship #reintegration #business #startup

✨𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 CONNECTING HEARTS - Foundation for Children of Prisoners 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲? 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗶𝗳𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻. 🎁💌 👉 Learn more about how they are fulfilling wishes in cooperation with correctional institutions, and how you can contribute to creating positive memories and maintaining the vital bonds between parents and their children. 🤝💖 https://loom.ly/vrKtqqA

🤓📖 In a newly released paperback book edited by Colin Kaepernick, prisons and policing are addressed from the perspectives of activists and those impacted by both historically adversarial systems.✊🏾 https://bit.ly/3M5VcXO