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Second Chance Hiring

  • Corporate Coalition of Chicago | Fair Chance Hiring

    The Corporate Coalition of Chicago’s Fair Chance Hiring initiative works to remove barriers for individuals with a criminal record seeking employment. They acknowledge that a criminal record can hinder job opportunities, and their goal is to create a more inclusive hiring process. The initiative focuses on three key areas: providing…

  • JP Morgan Chase | A Second Chance at Opportunity

    JPMorgan Chase & Co. is committed to providing opportunities for people with criminal records to reintegrate into society through their Second Chance program. They acknowledge the significant barriers faced by these individuals, with one in three working-age adults in the US having an arrest or conviction history. JPMorgan Chase works…

  • Kentucky Equine Education Project | Workforce Readiness and Reentry Program at Blackburn

    Kentucky faces a labor shortage in the equine industry. To address this, they partnered with the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce to develop a program targeting formerly incarcerated individuals. The program provided inmates with equine training and job readiness skills. After release, employers conducted remote interviews and hired participants. The program’s…

  • Center for Employment Opportunities | Employment supports to reduce recidivism: Philadelphia

    The Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) is a program that offers transitional jobs, job training, and support services to help people succeed after release from prison. The program has been successful in reducing recidivism and increasing employment rates among participants.

  • Persevere | Tennessee Technology Workforce Alliance

    Persevere tackles recidivism and the tech industry’s talent gap by providing justice-impacted individuals with pathways to high-demand jobs. Their model emphasizes intensive skills training coupled with practical experience. The Tennessee Technology Workforce Alliance ensures employer relevance by involving industry leaders like Banyan Labs and Epic Games in curriculum design, instructor…