Sharon Jones, Executive Director of Paroled2Pride joins the SheConfidential podcast to discuss how the Black community can help reduce the likelihood of returning citizens (people who have been in prison) reoffending and the importance of creating support networks to keep Black children out of trouble.
CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS
- Risk factors for incarceration.
- Preventative measures for children.
- Challenges returning citizens face and how this impacts recidivism rates.
- How employers can recruit returning citizens and create inclusive work environments.
- How we can support returning citizens.
- Ways to support Paroled2Pride's programs and services.
CONTENT WARNINGS
mentions of death, drug use
GUEST
Sharon C Jones, Executive Director, Paroled2pride
https://www.paroled2pride.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paroled2pride/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paroled2pride
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/paroled2pridems/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/paroled2pride2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyaKlLf2XBngwt6au8ET-9A
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN EPISODE
- Dr. Damien J. Thomas https://www.resiliencecrc.com/
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Episode artwork and video production by Eye AM Media https://www.eyeammedia.com/. Follow on Instagram @eyeammedia
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