Bail for the holidays: Give the gift of freedom
Hundreds of thousands of people are in jail, pre-trial, separated from their families, simply because they cannot afford to pay bail. You...
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Evelin Kiss
- Dec 6, 2022
- 1 min
"When justice-involved individuals are given the opportunity, they don’t waste it"
Cara Plus and McKinsey & Company partnered to publish one of the largest studies about what frontline employees want and what employers...
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- Dec 5, 2022
- 1 min
Unique holiday gifts: Original artwork by incarcerated individuals
Art for Redemption showcases original artwork created by incarcerated artists across the United States, offering the opportunity for them...
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Evelin Kiss
- Dec 5, 2022
- 3 min
"It was nice that I could give them my side of the story. It’s because of you guys." - Juan
Juan has great work experience. His felony record was the only reason he was searching for a job for about 8 months without success. Once...
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Evelin Kiss
- Nov 29, 2022
- 1 min
Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub helped Honest Jobs become the largest fair-chance employment hub
Harley Blakeman’s entrepreneurial journey was strongly affected by his past experiences. He had a difficult upbringing, which led him to...
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Evelin Kiss
- Nov 23, 2022
- 3 min
"Honest Jobs was a lot different. It was actually better than I could have expected." - Alex
Alex didn't realize how much a criminal background would jeopardize getting and maintaining stable employment. Using Honest Jobs, he got...
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Evelin Kiss
- Nov 22, 2022
- 1 min
The U.S. bail system is "arbitrary, destructive, and criminalizes poverty" - John Oliver
John Oliver examines the backlash to the U.S. bail reforms in numerous states, which requires those arrested, but not yet convicted, to...
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Evelin Kiss
- Nov 16, 2022
- 2 min
"The Case for Hiring People with Criminal Records"- Checkr and Honest Jobs at Denver Startup Week
When it comes to the justice system, there are a lot of myths and misconceptions that have persisted over time. Unfortunately, these myths...
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Evelin Kiss
- Nov 11, 2022
- 3 min
"Just give people a chance. We all make mistakes." - Erin, message for employers
Erin pointed out that information to help people understand and navigate the criminal justice system is incredibly limited. There are...
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- Nov 3, 2022
- 1 min
Honest Jobs joins the Workforce and Justice Alliance (WJA)
The Responsible Business Initiative for Justice (RBIJ) launched a groundbreaking coalition called the Workforce and Justice Alliance...
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Evelin Kiss
- Nov 1, 2022
- 1 min
Livsn: Building an Outdoor Startup with a Criminal Record
Honest Jobs is always happy to share stories of formerly incarcerated people who have overcome challenges and turned their lives around....
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Evelin Kiss
- Oct 31, 2022
- 3 min
"My family's proud of me. I couldn't be happier." - Ben, found employment through Honest Jobs
Many employers rejected Ben based on his criminal record, without looking into or asking for details of the crime. Using Honest Jobs, he...
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Evelin Kiss
- Oct 21, 2022
- 3 min
"I already did my time. I should be able to work a job like everybody else" - Mark
Mark was denied many jobs because of his background, and had difficulties finding employment meeting his qualifications. Honest Jobs...
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Evelin Kiss
- Oct 18, 2022
- 1 min
S.C. prison for women will treat substance abuse with digital therapy
The South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) is planning to offer a digital tracking system in their prisons to support addiction...
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Evelin Kiss
- Oct 12, 2022
- 1 min
Study: Health impacts of incarceration, particularly on Women of Color
An article on Oxford University Press’s Academic Insights for the Thinking World (OUPBlog) highlights the results of a research conducted...
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Evelin Kiss
- Sep 29, 2022
- 2 min
"A lot of people want to do better. They just need that second chance." - Sarah
Sarah got rejected for jobs because of the assault charge on her criminal background. Using Honest Jobs, she found a job where she is not...
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Evelin Kiss
- Sep 28, 2022
- 1 min
Hot Chicken Takeover changes lives through fair-chance hiring
Hot Chicken Takeover is an Ohio-based restaurant chain who decided to make a difference when it comes to hiring its employees. Joe...
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Evelin Kiss
- Sep 19, 2022
- 2 min
"I think everybody deserves a chance, especially when you paid your debt." - Roy
In Roy's experience, formerly incarcerated people mostly get jobs that are physically demanding and underpaid. Using Honest Jobs, he...
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Evelin Kiss
- Sep 19, 2022
- 1 min
TimeDone Ohio helps people with criminal records have a brighter future
1 in 3 adults have some kind of criminal record in the U.S. and around 600,000 people come home from prison every year. Recidivism often...
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Evelin Kiss
- Sep 16, 2022
- 3 min
"I got an immediate verbal offer right after the interview." - DeVito, found job through Honest Jobs
DeVito believes that some of the most hard working people come out from prison, since they appreciate the opportunity to work and...
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