September 22nd, 2010
New Program for Those Just Released from Prison
Rockford's WIFR examines local reentry programs, focuses on Safer Foundation.
ROCKFORD (WIFR) -- Eighty-two percent of former Illinois state prisoners return behind bars according to a 2008 state report. It's a cycle that tends to repeat itself because offenders don't get the help to transition into society. The biggest hardship can be finding a job - something Erick Williams knows first hand.
ROCKFORD (WIFR) -- Eighty-two percent of former Illinois state prisoners return behind bars according to a 2008 state report. It's a cycle that tends to repeat itself because offenders don't get the help to transition into society. The biggest hardship can be finding a job - something Erick Williams knows first hand.
- Watch and Listen
-
The Clock is Ticking on Adult Transition Centers : Adult transition centers are at risk of closing down without the… MORE >
-
Medill Reports Chicago, March 7, 2010: The City of Chicago is taking one more step… MORE >
-
WTTW Chicago Tonight, October 14, 2009: Finding a job is never easy in a recession,… MORE >
-
- Headlines
-
Clear Your Criminal Record in the Expungement Summit!: Clear Your Criminal Record! Safer Foundation Supports the… MORE >
-
Foundation puts ex-cons to work: The Chicago Tribune features Safer Foundation during the holiday season.… MORE >
-
New Program for Those Just Released from Prison: Rockford's WIFR examines local reentry programs, focuses on Safer… MORE >
-
- Reentry Resources
- Public Policy
- Success Stories
- Follow Us
-
Follow us: