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𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐬 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐞𝐱-𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬. 𝐈 𝐬𝐞𝐞 $850 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥. 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝑱𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒆: It’s about reshaping how we view successful reintegration into society. I first learned about this from my own lived experience: "𝘙𝘦𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘺 𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦. 𝘐𝘵’𝘴 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘯𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘤𝘶𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵, 𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘨𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘻𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯.” 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡: Focusing on systemic challenges like employment, housing, and social acceptance. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩-𝐛𝐲-𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲: 1. Address employment barriers by creating job opportunities. 2. Ensure access to safe and stable housing. 3. Foster social acceptance through community support systems. 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞:  a. Partnering with organizations to provide next-generation programs.  b. Implementing policy initiatives for successful transitions.  c. Highlighting economic and social benefits like reduced recidivism and enhanced community safety. 𝑭𝒓𝒂𝒎𝒆 𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒚 𝒂𝒔 𝒂 𝒔𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒅 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆, 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒂 𝒇𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒖𝒓𝒆. 𝑻𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒂𝒄𝒉 𝒏𝒖𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒔 𝒓𝒆𝒉𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏, 𝒓𝒆𝒅𝒆𝒎𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒐𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈. By engaging professionals and organizations in advocacy and supportive practices, we can build a more inclusive society. This collective effort ensures every individual has the resources and opportunities needed to thrive post-incarceration. ♻️ ReThink reEntry with us! Share and follow @indianareentry. Your engagement builds stronger communities. Connect today! #ReThinkReEntry

💡 Did You Know? 💡 Individuals with a support network are 50% more likely to succeed in their reentry journey compared to those who go it alone. Community connection and mentorship are critical to rebuilding lives and reducing recidivism. 📊 Quick Facts About Reentry Support: 1️⃣ Mentorship reduces re-incarceration rates: Having a positive role model can significantly improve decision-making and goal-setting. 2️⃣ Skill-building programs increase employment chances by 70%: Access to job training or education dramatically changes the odds of success. 3️⃣ Loneliness is a silent challenge: Many people feel isolated after incarceration, which can hinder their progress. 🌟 How You Can Help: • Volunteer as a mentor or advocate at a reentry program. • Share information about skill-building opportunities or community events. • Offer empathy and understanding—every act of kindness makes a difference. ✨ “No one can thrive alone; we grow strongest in the company of others.” This Monday, think about how you can be part of someone’s support network. Together, we can create second chances and stronger communities. www.thejourneyproject.info #MondayMotivation #ReentrySupport #thejourneyprojecttukwila #SecondChances #reentrymatters

🌟 **Why Hopebridge is More Than Just a Workplace** 🌟  At Hopebridge, we don’t just show up to work—we show up for each other, for our patients, and for their families. 💙  Here’s what makes Hopebridge a special place to grow your career:  ✅ **Meaningful Impact**: Every day, we help children with autism reach their full potential, creating life-changing moments for families.  ✅ **Supportive Culture**: Our leaders recognize potential, encourage growth, and support new opportunities for every team member.  ✅ **Balanced Work-Life**: Manageable caseloads, monthly work-from-home days, and attainable bonus structures help us thrive both professionally and personally.  ✅ **Growth Opportunities**: From CEU stipends to career pathways, we’re invested in your success.  ✅ **Community Focus**: We’re committed to serving diverse communities, including rural areas where ABA services are needed most.  Hopebridge isn’t just a job; it’s a journey where every role makes a difference. 🚀  💬 **What inspires you about your work? Let’s share the positivity!**  #AutismTherapy #MeaningfulCareers #Hopebridge

#CNMIngenuity's New Mexico New Elder World (#NMNEW) program is excited to announce the launch of the Engagement Connection Center (ECC), a job portal to help adults aged 50 to 70+ find job opportunities that leverage their unique skills and experiences! This platform is similar to Indeed, but with the specific goal of matching older adults with job and #volunteer opportunities. Learn more about the ECC here: https://loom.ly/ioXFe6c #newjob #newopportunities

IT’S A NEW WEEK💪🏽 I often think back to the time when TA Community trained 86 women on fish processing. Watching them learn and gradually gain the confidence to turn their skills into income was a transformative experience. It made me realize why I call myself a social worker, because it’s not just about the work, but about witnessing that phase of transformation in people's lives. That’s where my fulfillment lies, in being part of that change. Have you ever paused to reflect on what your true purpose is and how it aligns with your career? For some, they’re fortunate enough to find their purpose woven seamlessly into their career. For others, the career becomes the means to fund their true passion and purpose. Where do you see yourself on this journey? For me, I find myself somewhere in between. My career has offered me the platform to impact lives, but I also see it as a vehicle that fuels my deeper calling to transform communities, to lift others up, and to spark change in the lives of those society may have overlooked. Whether it's training women on fish processing or addressing social inequalities each step brings me closer to fulfilling that purpose. And in those moments, I realize purpose doesn’t always find you. Sometimes, you must create it through the work you do and the lives you touch.

I’m here to lead the fair-chance movement. This is more than a job; it’s my calling. I was created to help millions of people find hope, redemption, and ultimately, self-actualization. I’m not just a talking head. I’m a builder and a doer, as capable as anyone, but with more grit. Honest Jobs is used by hundreds of thousands of justice-impacted people every month to connect with fair-chance employers and critical resource providers nationally. I’m proud of what my team has accomplished, but we have even bigger dreams that are clearly within reach: - Empowering every incarcerated person to come home with a high-quality and up-to-date reentry plan - Partnering with education and upskilling organizations to increase career mobility - Building solutions to housing barriers through partnerships and in-house solutions - Building industry-specific coalitions to build trust and drive change - Providing quality training to employers, reentry professionals, community corrections, and justice-impacted individuals - Advocating for policies that reduce unnecessary collateral consequences - And more. #GodsPlan #FairChance #SecondChance #HonestJobs

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🌟 Welcome to The Kent Nirvana Group! 🌟 To all our new followers — we’re so glad you’ve joined us! At The Kent Nirvana Group, we’re passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people. From supporting those with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health challenges to empowering care leavers and young offenders, we’re here to help each individual thrive and achieve independence. 💡 Why should you stick around? By following us, you’ll stay connected with a community that’s dedicated to care, growth, and positive change. Here’s what you can expect: 🧡 Celebrating Our Team: Meet the incredible people who make it all happen and see their achievements. 🏢 Job Vacancies: Discover exciting career opportunities in a meaningful, rewarding field. 💭 Workplace Reflections: Get an inside look at what it’s like to work in care — the challenges, the joys, and everything in between. 🌱 Success Stories: See firsthand how we’re changing lives and creating brighter futures. Why follow us? Because care is at the heart of everything we do. We’re here to inspire, share, and connect with people like you who value making a difference. Whether you’re interested in joining our team, learning more about what we do, or just following along for some positivity, you’re in the right place. ✨ Hit that follow button and stay tuned for updates, opportunities, and stories that will warm your heart. Let’s work together to create a community where everyone feels seen, supported, and valued. #TeamNirvana #WelcomeNewFollowers #CareWithHeart #MakingADifference

🎥 The Power of Opportunity: How Privilege Shapes Our Lives 🌟 In just a few seconds, this clip highlights a truth many of us need to reflect on: the undeniable impact of privilege and opportunity on where we stand today. Whether it’s access to education, financial support, or simply being in the right place at the right time, privilege shapes our paths in ways we often take for granted. But here’s the real question: How do we use the opportunities we’ve been given to uplift others? 🤔 Let’s strive to acknowledge our privileges and leverage them to create a world where opportunity isn’t a luxury for a few but a right for all. 💪🏾✨ What’s one way you’ve used your opportunities to empower someone else? Let’s talk in the comments! 👇 #Equity #OpportunityMatters #PrivilegeAndPower #Empowerment #SocialChange #SocialJustice #BreakingCycles #EducationEquity #EqualOpportunity #CommunityAdvocacy #OpportunityMatters #PrivilegeAwareness #LifeChangingChances #EmpoweringCommunities

When humans summit to their highest point.... I met to wondrous Francesca Findlater OBE of No Going Back a week ago. At the end of the meeting we decided the best way to collaborate initially was for EmpowerAbility to have some presence at HMP Wandsworth. At No Going Back’s next workshop titled "Create Your Profile". One week later there was a chance for seven random volunteers from all walks of life to meet at the front gates of HMP Wandsworth. To be allies and collaborate and to serve 14 men with impactful confidence boosting exercises. From a young 84 year old to a solicitor (not a criminal lawyer - added emphasis). From a Global Banker to Criminology student. From a Management Consultant to myself, Founder & CEO. The diversity of volunteers was matched equally by the diversity of returning citizens. We met, Chefs, Construction Workers, Entrepreneurs, Financial Consultants. We met all ages and diverse backgrounds. But above all we met humans who all wanted to return as citizens. To build a life without punishment along with the absence of crime. In my opinion, allyship, humanity and collaboration at their finest represent the pinnacle of collective human effort and solidarity. Allyship is about standing in solidarity with marginalised communities. Advocating for their rights and actively working to dismantle systems of oppression or bias. It involves listening, learning and taking action to support those who face discrimination and perpetual injustice. Humanity encompasses empathy, compassion and understanding towards others. It's about recognising the inherent worth and dignity of every individual. Regardless of their background and striving to create a more just and equitable world for all. Collaboration involves working together across different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to achieve common goals. It's about recognising that we are stronger together. That by combining our efforts, we can create meaningful change. When allyship, humanity and collaboration come together. They create a powerful force for positive transformation. Whether it's advocating for social justice. Addressing environmental issues. Fostering inclusivity in our communities. These values serve as guiding principles for creating a better world for everyone. So that we can all take breath, so that our worlds can breathe easier. With LOF (Love Over Fear) 🙏🏽 & 💜 #EmbraceProgress #ElevatePotential #SeekDiscomfort #LoveOverFear A picture of volunteers and staff from No Going Back and Jazz Singh✨ of EmpowerAbility outside HMP Wandsworth.