Join us as Derrick Colbert, Managing Director of Operational Excellence at KRA, shares his expertise on engaging returning citizens in the workforce. Derrick explains how this labor pool represents committed employees when given opportunities. He discusses challenges faced during incarceration and reentry, along with strategies for successful reintegration—including pre-release planning, family reunification, and support services. With years of experience, Derrick also urges workforce professionals to look beyond labels and provide returning citizens with equal support. Learn how employment transforms lives, strengthens families, and stabilizes communities by reducing recidivism and creating career pathways across diverse industries.
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