Permanent Punishment Conversation: Re-Entering Workforce
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Some employers say there is value in hiring workers re-entering society after prison.
While those barriers exist in many industries, some employers focus specifically on hiring people who are re-entering society after prison. Not only do they offer employment, but some offer needed wraparound services like assistance with childcare or transportation.
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Permanent Punishment Conversation: Re-Entering Workforce
Clip: 10/5/2022 | 8m 37sVideo has Closed Captions
While those barriers exist in many industries, some employers focus specifically on hiring people who are re-entering society after prison. Not only do they offer employment, but some offer needed wraparound services like assistance with childcare or transportation.
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