Every year, more than 640,000 people are released from state and federal prisons. They're ready to rebuild their lives but are often met with obstacles that are difficult to overcome. Across the country, over 70 million Americans have an arrest or conviction record. That's nearly 1 in 3 adults whose opportunities are limited as a result of the stigma of having a record, and policies that impede people with records. At Safer Foundation, we're working to change that because everyone deserves a second chance at reclaiming their future. #SecondChanceMonth #Redemption360 #SaferFoundation (fb)

Legislation shapes opportunities for people with arrest and conviction records. At Safer Foundation, we’re supporting key policies that remove obstacles and create pathways to housing, employment, and legal representation. Here’s what’s on the agenda: 🏠 Home for Good – Expanding housing access for returning citizens. 🔄Cleanslate Act - Automatic sealing of records opening up opportunity for millions of Illinoisans 🗳️ SERRV Act - Opens access to ensure equal representation to serve in public office. ⚖️ A2J Access to Justice – Ensuring continued funding for legal aid services. 📜 HB 5842 – The Fair Act – Strengthening public defender representation statewide. 🧗 Occupational Licensing - Climb Taskforce - Recommendations on reducing occupational licensing restrictions How You Can Help ✔️ Learn more about these policies and their impact. ✔️ Join forces with advocacy groups working on these issues. ✔️ Contact your legislators and tell them why these policies matter. 📢 Your voice matters! Real change happens when we stand together. Click the link to learn more about these policies: https://flow.page/saferfoundation Council of Advisors to Reduce Recidivism through Employment (CARRE) #Redemption #CARREConference #SaferFoundation (fb)