Employment Barriers

Dorothy's Story

December 7, 2011
This is a story about the struggles and successes of long-time PSJ member Dorothy, first with addiction and then with society’s refusal to recognize her change. In the end, with personal strength and some support from PSJ, the power of change won out!

Article by Patty Katz

New Report Identifies Policies That Reduce Employment Barriers for the Formerly Incarcerated

December 6, 2011
The severe economic climate has fueled a growing recognition of the need for costsaving alternatives to incarceration. A new report contributes to the momentum for state-level reform.

New Report Identifies Policies That Reduce Employment Barriers for the Formerly Inca

Good News / Success Stories (JM-Winter 2011)

December 2, 2011
In this issue we report on success - the success of individuals, organizations and governments who have implemented reforms and changes that are smart on crime.

In this issue:

Why an Ex-Con Could Be a Great Hire

November 29, 2011
Hiring ex-felons is an experiment that hundreds of business owners have tried -- and one that state and federal governments have supported with tax breaks (SmartMoney.com).

 

Invest in re-entry programs, not in prison cells

November 1, 2011
Oregon could save the projected $600 million in new prison construction and operating expenses and invest in substance abuse and employment programs. They work!

Hard to find work? Sure - now try being a soon-to-be-released felon

September 26, 2011
Inmates who are about to be released are tasked with finding work to help them reenter society - but it has become even more difficult now, with high unemployment rates and experienced workers (many without criminal records) snatching up jobs they wouldn't normally pursue. (KATU)

 

Oregon's 2011 Legislative Session Wrap-Up

September 19, 2011
In early 2011 we participated in the Legislation Sessions. We had VICTORY'S : HB 2707, ODSVS, HEAL Oregon help maintain funding for Addiction Treatment, and HB 2650: Addiction & Mental Health Workers w/Conviction histories return to work

Drug War / 2011 Legislative Session Wrap-Up

September 12, 2011
In this issue we report on the 2011 Legislative Session & the changing political landscape around public safety & criminal justice issues in OR. There's an overview of our Measure 11 and youth report, an exploration of the failed war on drugs and a story on collaborating to create safety.

In this issue:

Former Inmates Trained to Start Businesses

June 7, 2011
Coffee Creek Correctional Facility, Oregon-- A course called Lifelong Information For Entrepreneurs, or LIFE, is providing women inmates the skills to start their own small businesses after they are released (NPR).

Female Prison Inmates Trained To Start Businesses

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