Name
Removing Re-Entry Barriers: How Expanding Opportunity Drives Public Safety
Date & Time
Thursday, October 26, 2017, 3:00 PM - 3:50 PM
Speakers
Eisha Jain - University of North Carolina
Katherine Katcher - Root & Rebound
Darnell Smith - 2017 Chair, JAX (Jacksonville) Chamber & Market President, North Florida Region, Florida Blue
Katherine Katcher - Root & Rebound
Darnell Smith - 2017 Chair, JAX (Jacksonville) Chamber & Market President, North Florida Region, Florida Blue
Description
When a person is released from incarceration, they encounter a wall of legal barriers known as collateral consequences. Restrictions on obtaining housing, a driver’s license, educational opportunities, or even a license to work, can hinder individuals from rebuilding their lives and perpetuate the cycle of poverty and crime. This panel of experts and community leaders will discuss what types of problems these individuals face, and how we can help them to help themselves become productive members of our communities.
Session Type
Breakout Session