National Reentry Workforce Collaborative (NRWC)

?? Increasing Access to Quality Jobs for Justice-Impacted Job Seekers A quality job isn’t just a paycheck—it’s stability, fair compensation, and career growth. Yet, justice-impacted individuals often face barriers to meaningful employment. In our recent NRWC Thought Leadership Session, experts shared key strategies to help workforce practitioners connect job seekers with quality jobs, including: ? Building strong employer partnerships to expand fair chance hiring ? Enhancing access to skills training & apprenticeships for career advancement ? Providing holistic support to address barriers like transportation & financial wellness ?? Check out our blog for full takeaways and the session recording: Read More: https://lnkd.in/eZCeqS2C Together, we can create more inclusive workforce opportunities and support sustainable career pathways for justice-impacted individuals. What strategies have worked for you? Share your thoughts in the comments! ?? #FairChanceHiring #WorkforceDevelopment #Reentry #QualityJobs https://lnkd.in/eZCeqS2C

?? Join the Rebrand Your Experience session today at 6 pm (ET): https://lnkd.in/dAPtwNJG Remember, your experience is valuable—make sure employers see it that way! In this workshop, you'll learn how to decode job market language, refine your resume, and frame your experience to stand out in applications and interviews. ?? Facilitators: Kyra Scrimgeour & Shaun Libby ?? TODAY! March 11, 6-7 pm (ET) #EmployabilitySkills #CareerGrowth #JobSearch #ResumeTips #ResilientProfessionalCommunity

?? Building Stronger Communities Through Reentry Workforce Programs Reentry workforce programs do more than connect justice-impacted individuals to jobs—they help reduce recidivism, strengthen families, and boost economic growth. ? 43% reduction in recidivism for those in correctional education & workforce training ? Every $1 invested saves taxpayers $4–$5, easing public resource strain ? Employers benefit from higher retention & loyalty with fair-chance hiring By investing in second chances, we create a future where opportunity is based on potential, not past mistakes. ?? Read more in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/en5FddAr #FairChanceHiring #ReentryWorkforce #SecondChances

Join us this Friday at 1:00pm EST for our next Thought Leadership webinar: Increasing Access to Quality Jobs with Kevin McCracken, Lauren McCullen of Indiana Pacers, and Teresa Acu?a https://lnkd.in/eZP72yZA

Employability Skills: A Workshop Series to Level Up Your Job Search Navigating the job market can be challenging, but the right tools and strategies can make all the difference. Experts from the Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO), the Formerly Incarcerated College Graduates Network (FICGN), Jobs for the Future (JFF), From Prison Cells To PhD (P2P), and Resilience Education, are coming together to offers a series of practical, hands-on sessions to support your career growth. ?? March 10–14 | Save the dates to avoid missing out on a session! March 10, 6-7pm ET - Background Check Yourself – Understand what employers see in background checks & how to navigate potential barriers. https://lnkd.in/dQKsGp9T March 11, 6-7pm ET - Rebrand Your Experience – Decode job market language & craft a resume that highlights your strengths. https://lnkd.in/dAPtwNJG March 12, 6-7pm ET - AI Demystified – Learn how to use AI for job searching, applications, and interview prep. https://lnkd.in/dnEdZkpM March 13, 6-7pm ET - How to Best Use LinkedIn – Build a strong LinkedIn profile & connect with fair chance employers. https://lnkd.in/d6Rs-qH7 March 14, 2:30 - 3:30pm ET - The Knows and Nos of Job-Seeking – Research companies, leverage your network & navigate job rejections. https://lnkd.in/dRDNfPUn This series is brought to you by the Center for Employment Opportunities, Formerly Incarcerated College Graduates Network, Jobs for the Future (JFF), From Prison Cells To PhD, and Resilience Education. #JobSearch #CareerGrowth #FairChanceHiring #ProfessionalDevelopment #EmployabilitySkills

Passing this along: The Pennsylvania Prison Society is hiring a Family and Community Support Manager in Pittsburgh! This role is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting families and individuals affected by incarceration. If you're passionate about reentry, advocacy, and community support, check out the job posting and apply today: https://lnkd.in/e7GD5CdX

?? Join Us on March 7th at 1 PM EST! Our Thought Leadership Series webinar: Increasing Access to Quality Jobs Don’t miss it! https://thenrwc.org/tls/ #ReentryWorkforce #QualityJobs #WorkforceDevelopment

?? Join us on Friday, March 7, from 1:00 - 2:00 PM EST! Don’t miss this insightful webinar—register now! ?? https://thenrwc.org/tls/

?? Join Us for Our Next Thought Leadership Series Webinar! ?? Friday, March 7th | 1 PM EST ?? Topic: Increasing Access to Quality Jobs ?? REGISTER HERE - https://thenrwc.org/tls/ Justice-impacted individuals face major employment challenges—33% remain jobless four years post-release, and those who do find work often struggle with instability and low wages. ?? It doesn’t have to be this way. Reentry workforce leaders are successfully connecting individuals to quality jobs with living wages, stability, and career growth. Join us for this important discussion—register today!