Ideas

Eric Johnson
Mayor | Dallas, TX

Investing for Re-entry Not Recidivism

Idea Category: Jobs and Entrepreneurship

Problem

The growing rise of recidivism poses a threat to our society’s ability to prepare individuals to become contributing adults. Among the leading cause of recidivism is the lack of employment opportunities and limited educational opportunities for ex-offenders.

Solution

In order to reduce recidivism and improve ex-offender reintegration, prison systems should partner with private industry to develop Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs for prisoners. By placing a greater emphasis on providing marketable skills we improve the odds that they will successfully reintegrate in society."

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Crowdfunding for Communities

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Idea Category: Safety Net | Funding Source: ARP

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Idea Category: Education | Funding Source: ARP

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