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CAPRI EDUCATION Workgroup Meeting
2025-10-17 12:00 - 12:40, 2025-11-21 12:00 - 12:40 (America/Chicago) | Louisiana
The Higher Level of Education, the Lower the Recidivism Rate.
Join the amazing CAPRI Education Team, led by Dr. Brandy Tyson, Interim Assistant Vice Chancellor for Academic & Workforce Development at Baton Rouge Community College and Co-Chaired by Lacey Brown, EOC Assistant Director/Student Success Advisor, of the TRIO Program at Baton Rouge Community College. This team is paving the way in the development of a comprehensive pipeline of educational services for anyone who is formerly incarcerated, at any stage of their education.
From literacy classes to enrolling in college. From HISET to Scholarships to Apprenticeships, this team has several entry points in which to engage. They meet virtually every third Friday of the month at Noon.
Contact through The Hub for more information.

St. James Parish Community Outreach
2025-10-18 10:00 - 12:00 | BridgePoint Church, 202 E. Main St., Gramercy, LA, United States
Resources! Food! Fun!
Sponsored byBridgepoint Church, Ascension Parish ReEntry Coalition, The Lifehouse University.

Angola Prison Rodeo & Arts
2025-10-19, 2025-10-26, 2025-11-02, 2025-11-09, 2025-11-16, 2025-11-23, 2025-11-30 | Angola Prison, 17544 Tunica Trace, Angola, Louisiana, 70712
Join Us Every Sunday in October! Tickets are on sale NOW!

The Official Website of the Wildest Show in the South!

Tickets for October 2025 are on sale now!! Tickets may be purchased online by clicking the ‘Purchase Tickets Online’ button below, or by calling our office at (225) 655-2030 or (225) 655-2607 (Mon thru Fri 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.) ***All tickets are $20.00 per person, and children 2 years and under are free as long they sit on your lap. No refunds or exchanges!***

ANGOLA PRISON RODEO Phone: (225) 655-2030 & (225) 655-2607 | Address: 17544 Tunica Trace Angola, LA 70712 | Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.

Interested in Angola Rodeo Merchandise? Shop our Online Gift shop on the Angola Museum Website.

The Power of Partnership: Landlords Supporting Housing Solutions
2025-10-20 18:00 - 19:30 | EBRPL – South Branch Library, 2210 Glasgow Ave, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808, United States
Workshop for landlords to learn about and connect to supportive housing programs

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2025 National ReEntry Workforce Conference
2025-10-21 - 2025-10-24 | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The 2025 National Reentry Workforce Collaborative Annual Conference will be held in Pittsburgh, PA October 21-24, 2025. Registration is now open.
NRWC looks forward to again bringing together some of the leading voices from the reentry workforce field; business leaders, government representatives, advocates, and other stakeholders. Join us in Pittsburgh as we seek to advance equity, elevate best practices and promote fair chance hiring.
Email any questions to Kimberly Crowe at kimberly@thenrwc.org.

Ascension Parish 2nd Chance Hiring Event
2025-10-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Ascension Parish Library, 708 S. Irma Blvd., Gonzales, LA
If you have been in jail or prison and need a little help, don’t miss this event!
Contact the Ascension Parish ReEntry Coalition.
Heather Pennington or Wenquetta Pleasant

Salary Negotiation: Get Paid What You're Worth
2025-10-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Louisiana
Do you feel you deserve a raise or a promotion but don’t know how to ask? Are you applying for a new job and don’t know how to negotiate your salary?
Come and attend this workshop on Salary Negotiation. You will learn the rules governing salary negotiations and techniques to conquer them and ask for more money and other benefits.
This session is presented by Certified Career Coach and Head of the EBRPL Career Center, Anne Nowak.

Acadiana Opportunity Job Fair
2025-10-22 09:30 - 10:30 | Heymann Convention Center, 1373 S College Rd, Lafayette, LA, United States
Benefits Planning Sessions 9:30a and 10:30 am
Learn how obtaining employment may impact your SSI or SSDI benefits
Learn how to use the Developmental Disability Waiver Programs to support employment

Metropolitan Council Regular Meeting
2025-10-22 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-05 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-19 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-03 16:00 - 18:00 | City Hall, 222 St. Louis St., Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70801
Open, public meetings. Get involved. See website for agenda.

2025 Louisiana Peer Support Specialist Summit
2025-10-23 09:00 - 16:30 | EBRPL-Main Library, 7711 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge, United States
Register on Eventbrite: Free!

Washington Parish Career & Resource Fair
2025-10-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Washington Economic Development Foundation, 526 Georgia Avenue, Bogalusa, LA, 70427, United States
Are you ready for new career possibilities?
Join us at the Career and Resource Fair and connect with leading employers actively hiring. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, there’s something for everyone!

V.O.T.E. Monthly Meeting: EBR Chapter
2025-10-23 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-11-27 17:30 - 19:30 | 251 Florida St, Ste 400, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, 251 Florida St. Suite 400, Baton Rouge, LA, 70801, United States
Everyone is welcome! Voices of the Experienced, come say hello! The Baton Rouge Chapter of VOTE meets on the 4th Thursday of every month from 6-8pm. A light meal will be served.

Baton Rouge Career Fair
2025-10-28 09:30 - 12:00 | Marriott
Register on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/baton-rouge-career-fair-tickets-957773625697?aff=ehometext

The Way to Work Career Fair
2025-10-28 11:00 - 13:00 | Louisiana
HOPE Ministries invites job seekers to participate in our upcoming The Way to Work Career Fair on Tuesday, October 28, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the East Baton Rouge Parish Main Library, 7711 Goodwood Blvd.
Details:
Registration: Encouraged, but not required
Time: 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Location: Main Library, Goodwood Blvd.
This event connects local employers with motivated job seekers eager to learn about available opportunities in our community. Over 150 job seekers attended our July fair!

NWLA REENTRY COALITION JOB & RESOURCE FAIR
2025-10-30 09:30 - 11:00 | Caddo Correctional Facility
Join us at Caddo Correctional Center’s ReEntry Facility to provide currently incarcerated being released in the next 90 days with the resources and employment they need to succeed! Looking for Vendors.
Ask for Kayla.

CAPRI LEGAL TEAM MEETING
2025-11-07 12:00 - 12:30 | Louisiana
CAPRI’s incredible Legal Team meets monthly on the first Friday at noon, bringing together dedicated Baton Rouge leading attorneys and community advocates committed to supporting justice-involved individuals. This passionate group has developed a comprehensive legal services pipeline tailored to the needs of formerly incarcerated men and women, ensuring consistent access to expungement screenings, legal consultations, and strategic support.
At the heart of this work is an exceptional trio of leaders who guide the team with vision, compassion, and deep expertise. Under the leadership of Lindsey Blouin, Director of YWCA Legal Services, as well as Attorney’s Josh Newville and Tranice Potier, this legal super team provides critical services that help remove barriers to ReEntry and empower individuals to move forward with dignity and opportunity. We are lucky to have them!
For more information, contact through The Hub.

CAPRI's Second Chance Tuesday
2025-11-11 14:00 - 16:00 | EBRPL-Main Library, 7711 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge, United States
Join us for Second Chance Tuesday at the Main Library on Goodwood. This month is extra special because we are featuring exciting new members and resources! The only thing we are missing is YOU!
Second Chance Tuesday is a monthly resource fair at the same time, same place every month. For two hours, CAPRI Coalition Members volunteer their valuable time to help formerly incarcerated men and women facing challenges after returning home to the Capital Area, get the tools they need to be successful. We know providing job opportunities, legal consultations, educational opportunities, housing, transportation, clothing, cell phones, health & wellness care, and many other services can change a life, a family, making an impact on the community. Join us and thank you for believing in second chances.
Please register here: https://forms.gle/7saCuTgqGHxP8CNa6

CAPRI Housing Workgroup Meeting
2025-11-19 09:00 - 09:45 | Louisiana
The CAPRI Housing Workgroup meets every third Wednesday of the month at 9:00 AM, working tirelessly to build stable housing pathways for formerly incarcerated men, women, women and children, and sex offenders reentering the community. This essential team is led by the incomparable Verna Bradley-Jackson, Executive Director of One Touch Ministry— a true pillar of the Baton Rouge housing reentry community — whose leadership continues to shape policy, partnerships, and progress across the Capital Region.
This workgroup is developing a robust and responsive housing pipeline that includes property owners, landlords, leasing agents, housing assistance providers, first-time homebuyer representatives, emergency and transitional housing options, shelters, and sober living programs. Together, they are breaking down barriers and building bridges to safe, secure, and supportive housing — the foundation of successful ReEntry.
Please contact through The Hub for more information.

CAPRI's HEALTH & WELLNESS MEETING
2025-11-20 15:00 - 15:30 | Louisiana
The CAPRI Health & Wellness Group meets monthly on the third Thursday at 3pm virtually, discussing collaborative goals in creating a safe space for formerly incarcerated to plug in to resources, healing, and support. This dynamic team focuses on the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of the formerly incarcerated community, building pathways to wellness that are community-centered and trauma-informed.
Led by the gregarious and deeply committed Reese King, the group brings energy, empathy, and innovation to every meeting. Together, they’ve developed holistic strategies that address Post-Incarceration Trauma Syndrome, as well as other critical health needs, promoting long-term wellness. At CAPRI’s Second Chance Tuesday, they offer everything from Narcan instruction, health education, and mental health resources to wellness workshops and peer support. Contact through The Hub for more information.
