Second Chance Workforce
Second Chance Workforce
People with criminal records—especially the formerly incarcerated—face enormous barriers to employment. Talented and eager to work, this untapped pool of workers can bring great value to employers and communities when given the opportunity to thrive and succeed in the workplace.
But too often, they are denied the opportunity they need to put their skills to work due to deeply rooted biases and harmful misperceptions.
Resources
There are a number of resources for merchants who want to become second chance employers. Check out:
- Second Chance Business Coalition
- 70 Million Jobs
- SHRM Foundation’s Getting Talent Back to Work initiative
- The Business Case for Criminal Justice Reform: Second Chance Hiring," a report from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.