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CARRE Conference 2011: “New Directions in Advocacy” | September 27, 2011
Join the Council of Advisors to Reduce Recidivism through Employment (CARRE) for its tenth annual policy conference, "New Directions in Advocacy."
Safer Foundation President/CEO Honored at White House as “Champion of Change” | August 5, 2011
Diane Williams, president and CEO of Chicago-based Safer Foundation, was honored as a “Champion of Change” at the White House for the organization’s innovative and proven programs supporting formerly incarcerated individuals with a spectrum of services, resulting in a significant reduction in recidivism rates and strengthening of Illinois communities.
Congressman Davis Highlights Ninth Annual CARRE Conference | December 14, 2010
U.S. Congressman Danny K. Davis discussed new opportunities to rebuild communities in his keynote address before the Council of Advisors to Reduce Recidivism through Employment's (CARRE) Ninth Annual Policy Conference at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
ATC Residents Redecorate Common Room | October 18, 2010
CHICAGO – The white walls in the common room at Safer Foundation’s North Lawndale Adult Transition Center lacked character, so some residents of the facility took it upon themselves to add some color. With little more than paint brushes and an idea, Gregory Pals, Edwin Valentine, and Roland Cook needed just a day and a half to change the atmosphere with a meticulously crafted mural.
Jesse Jackson Jr. Visits Safer's Harvey Office | October 13, 2010
HARVEY, Ill. – United States Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. paid a visit to Safer Foundation’s Harvey Employment and Learning Center on Tuesday, the south suburban program that exists in large part because of his support. Jackson spoke to a gathering that included Safer President/CEO Diane Williams, staff members, and a handful of clients.
A Wonderful Transformation | September 27, 2010
Montoya Lewis has finally fulfilled a life long dream despite the obstacles.
Safer Helps Polk Become a Cut Above at Barber School | July 27, 2010
For most people, driving a forklift wouldn’t seem a necessary task to become a barber, but for Safer Foundation client John Polk, it made all the sense in the world.
North Lawndale Play Helps ATC Residents Learn What's Going On | April 12, 2010
Though they remained silent throughout, a group of North Lawndale Adult Transition Center (ATC) residents performed a play that sent a strong message about where they have been and where they hope to be in the future.
Richardson Understands Value of Second Chance, Proudly Supports Safer | March 10, 2010
Deputy Commissioner of City of Chicago Streets and Sanitation Department offers wisdom, opportunities to Safer clients.
City of Chicago Partners with Safer Foundation on Green Jobs Program | March 1, 2010
A message from the City of Chicago on a new program that generates jobs for Safer clients.
WIA Program Helps Safer Client Gain Security | December 21, 2009
Angeline Johnson has accomplished a lot since arriving as a client at Safer Foundation’s downtown Chicago office. Since beginning a job readiness programming in June, Johnson has utilized Safer’s Workforce Investment Act (WIA) services to complete an unarmed security guard training program.
Safer Helps Turn Up the Heat | November 29, 2009
With Chicago’s notoriously brutal winter fast approaching, the need for reliable heating becomes a top priority. With this in mind, Safer Foundation partnered with the Hope Organization to provide a workshop for clients who might qualify for assistance to pay for their utility bills.
YEP West Loop Learning Center Hosts Career Fair | November 4, 2009
As part of an effort to show their students what opportunities are available to them upon obtaining their GEDs, the staff and volunteers at Safer Foundation’s Youth Empowerment Program West Loop Learning Center (YEP) hosted a career fair today.
Safer Employer Cox Receives Business Leadership Award | October 22, 2009
For Christopher Cox, it’s always just been about finding the right employees for the job. As Director of Operations at Metro Kleeners in Evanston, Cox helped create an employment environment that has allowed people with criminal records the chance to reenter society with an opportunity to build their resumes.
CareVan Gives North Lawndale a Shot in the Arm | October 2, 2009
As the calendar turns to October and the temperatures drop, it’s beginning to look a lot like fall. Unfortunately, it also marks the beginning of flu season.
Davenport YEP Helps Kids Against Hunger | October 1, 2009
Earlier this month, 15 students and five staff members from the Davenport Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) found out that a little bit goes a long way in terms of world hunger.
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