Supporting people in prison requires a holistic, multifaceted approach. At Hope 2 Hire, our ultimate goal and programming centers around education, job preparedness and professional connection building. But we recognize that our…
Continue Reading ›When you throw a rock into a pond, you can watch its impact grow. Each outward-bound ripple represents the spread of force caused by the rock breaking the water’s surface. That’s often…
Continue Reading ›To know where you’re going, it is often helpful to think about where you’ve been. In the last 10 months, we’ve been working to develop virtual programming for our Hope 2 Hire…
Continue Reading ›If you’ve followed Hope 2 Hire for any stretch of time, you’ve likely seen photos and videos of our students completing their masonry, bricklaying or other technical courses. As you scanned our…
Continue Reading ›If you have a friend or loved one who is justice-involved, but preparing for release, one great way to support them is by investing in their post-release plan. Not sure what a…
Continue Reading ›On Aug. 1, 2019, the Senate passed a bill naming every September National Workforce Development Month. This month is dedicated to the education, training and development of the United States workforce, which…
Continue Reading ›Merriam-Webster defines mentorship as “the influence, guidance or direction given by a mentor.” Additionally, it defines a mentor as “a trusted counselor or guide.” Mentor/mentee relationships are integral parts of our students’…
Continue Reading ›It’s no secret that people who have been to prison have a stigma that follows them. People make snap judgments – inaccurately and unfairly assuming that anyone with a criminal record is…
Continue Reading ›The effect incarceration has on a person’s mental well-being varies from person to person. Life circumstances prior to incarceration, physical health, contact with loved ones and access to human interaction can all…
Continue Reading ›Stress has a way of sneaking up on us and affecting our everyday life. But how do we manage our stress so that it doesn’t take over our lives? Below are some…
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