August Housing Team Meeting Rescheduled to 8/27
2025-08-27 09:00 - 09:30 (America/Chicago) | LA
Ms. Verna will be hosting her rescheduled monthly Housing Meeting on Wed, 8/27 at 9am virtually. Please join us! Email: stobin@ebrcjcc.org and or/ info@1touchministry

CAPRI's TRANSPORTATION TEAM MEETING
2025-08-25 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-07-28 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-06-30 11:00 - 11:30 | LA
The CAPRI Transportation Workgroup meets once per month to tackle one of the most critical — and most challenging — reentry needs: reliable transportation. These community leaders are steering the conversation and laying the groundwork for a comprehensive transportation pipeline that ensures returning citizens can get to where they need to go — to work, to services, to stability.
Currently recruiting new members, the workgroup is calling on the Capital Region’s best and brightest from the Office of Motor Vehicles, the Department of Transportation, public transit, bicycle vendors, auto dealers — and yes, even anyone who can skateboard resources to the table! If you’re involved in helping people move, this team needs your voice, your expertise, and your ideas.
Help build a transportation network that works — because access to mobility is access to opportunity.
To get involved or for more information, contact Stacci Tobin: stobin@ebrcjcc.org

FREE MEN'S HEALTH SUMMIT this weekend!
2025-08-23 07:00 - 13:00 | C.B. Pennington, Jr. Conference Center
Your weekend just got an upgrade. This Saturday, August 23, 2025, the Pennington Biomedical Men’s Health Summit- a morning packed with health, learning and some unexpected fun. FREE!

Free Health Screenings – blood pressure, PSA, vision, testosterone, EKGs, and more
Expert Health Talks – from heart health and lung cancer prevention to Alzheimer’s awareness and a men’s health Q&A
Live UFC Demonstration – see speed, power, and skill in action
Corvette Club Car Show – admire these beautiful cars up close
Lunch Provided – good food to wrap up a great morning

TOPS and College Financial Aid with LOSFA
2025-08-21 18:00 - 19:00 | LA
Come and learn everything you need to know about getting College Financial Aid for your student in Louisiana, including hot topics such as TOPS and FAFSA.
Dellarisha Ventress, a Comprehensive Advising Officer with the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA), will present and answer your questions about state, federal, military and outside financial aid for college.

CAPRI's HEALTH & WELLNESS MEETING
2025-08-21 15:00 - 15:30, 2025-07-17 15:00 - 15:30, 2025-06-19 15:00 - 15:30 | LA
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.

CAPRI Housing Workgroup Meeting
2025-08-21 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-07-21 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-06-21 09:00 - 10:00 | LA
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 EXECUTIVE STEERING TEAM MEETING
2025-08-18 17:00 - 17:40, 2025-08-11 17:00 - 17:40, 2025-07-14 17:00 - 17:40 | EBRPL – South Branch Library, 2210 Glasgow Ave, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808, United States
The CAPRI Leadership will be meeting to ensure consistent progress toward the Coalition’s strategic goals. These meetings are intended to maintain momentum, assess each Workgroup’s progress toward your goals, address challenges, Second Chance Tuesday outcomes, and to support membership engagement and development.
This is a closed, hybrid meeting and as an Executive Steering Team member, we appreciate you taking the time to make as many of these meetings as possible. You have been selected to sit on this team because of the value that you bring. We couldn’t do this work without your collaboration and insight.
Please be prepared to:

Bring your Monthly Outcomes Report.
Give an update on your workgroup,
Discuss current goals, future priorities, and coordination of efforts as we build pipelines.
Your suggestions, feedback, honesty, requests for help & support

You may choose to participate either virtually on zoom or in person at the new Library on Glasgow, off Perkins Rd, just past Lee Drive. You are allowed to bring your own food and drink, if so desired. I hope this allows for flexibility with your schedule, and I look forward to seeing you all!

CAPRI EDUCATION Workgroup Meeting
2025-08-15 12:00 - 12:40, 2025-07-18 12:00 - 12:40, 2025-06-20 12:00 - 12:40 | LA
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.

CAPRIhub Lunch, Launch, & Learn
2025-08-14 12:00 - 13:30 | EBRPL-Main Library, 7711 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge, United States
Connect. Communicate. Coordinate. Collaborate.
CAPRI is introducing the Capital Area’s new virtual headquarters.
Seats are limited. Reserve yours today!
Register here: https://forms.gle/48ZAiwTuuRqvEaUc8

CAPRI's Second Chance Tuesday
2025-08-12 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'S 2ND CHANCE EMPLOYMENT TEAM MEETING
2025-08-05 09:00 - 09:40, 2025-07-01 09:00 - 09:40 | https://zoom.us/j/95222904279
The CAPRI Second Chance Employment Team meets on the first Tuesday of every month, bringing together the largest and most industrious of all CAPRI’s workgroups. Tasked with one of the toughest and most rewarding missions, this team is dedicated to connecting formerly incarcerated men and women with meaningful employment opportunities.
The team is brilliantly led by Jessica Byrd of the Louisiana Department of Corrections Return for Good division, alongside co-chairs from LA Works. Together, they steer a powerhouse coalition of employers, staffing agencies, labor unions, analysts, advocates, and service providers committed to the powerful benefits of tapping into a talented pool of formerly incarcerated Louisianans.
Train to Sustain? If you’re an employer with ongoing workforce needs, this is the team to join. Learn about recruitment strategies, current employment trends in Baton Rouge, and the tax and financial incentives available to employers. Most importantly, discover whether your business is ready to hire one of our returning citizens — individuals who, we know from the data and experience, have proven to be among the most dedicated, loyal, and grateful employees a company can have.
For more information, contact Jessica Byrd through The CAPRI HUB.
Join here: https://zoom.us/j/95222904279

CAPRI LEGAL TEAM MEETING
2025-08-01 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-07-06 12:00 - 12:30 | LA
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.

HOPE Ministries The Way to Work Career Fair
2025-07-29 11:00 - 13:00 | LA
Career fair open to the public and graduates of HOPE’s The Way to Work program.

Cool Careers in Drones & Robotics
2025-06-27 10:00 - 12:00 | LA
Come and learn about interesting and in-demand STEM related careers from experts in their respective fields, with the Cool Careers Summer Series. Each Friday in June, presenters will share their knowledge and experiences and give an overview of their career fields.
On June 27th, Careers in Drones & Robotics, with speakers from LSU & BRCC.

Cool Careers in Forensic Anthropology
2025-06-20 10:00 - 12:00 | LA
Come and learn about interesting and in-demand STEM related careers from experts in their respective fields, with the Cool Careers Summer Series. Each Friday in June, presenters will share their knowledge and experiences and give an overview of their career fields.
On June 20th, Careers in Forensic Anthropology, with a speaker from the LSU FACES Lab.

Rep. Troy Carter hosts Town Hall with Resource Fair
2025-06-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Iberville Parish Library, 24605 Gerald Berrett Blvd, Plaquemine, LA, United States
Iberville Parish Monday, June 16th in Plaquemine 4-6p
Ascension Parish, Tuesday June 17th in Donaldsonville 4-7:30p at Community Center
Hurricane Season, resource fair, government agencies

Cool Careers in Videogame Design
2025-06-13 10:00 - 12:00 | LA
Come and learn about interesting and in-demand STEM related careers from experts in their respective fields, with the Cool Careers Summer Series. Each Friday in June, presenters will share their knowledge and experiences and give an overview of their career fields.
On June 6th, Careers in Videogame Design, with a speaker from King Crow Studios.

Non-Unanimous Juries-End of Legislative Session
2025-06-12 18:00 - 19:00 | LA
Dear friends and loved ones:
The 2025 legislative session will come to an end next week, on June 12th. This year’s non-unanimous jury bill, SB 218 will NOT be reconsidered before that date.
Unfortunately, the bill was voted down and we simply do not have the votes to pass it this year. We are closer than ever to finally winning meaningful relief for everyone who is still incarcerated with unconstitutional non-unanimous jury convictions, but the legislature will not hear this issue again until next spring (2026).

What can we do now to prepare for next year? We need to come together and start organizing NOW. Whether you live in Louisiana or not, please join us!

PJI will hold monthly zoom meetings starting next week to keep building the movement to win this fight.

Our first meeting will be on Thursday, June 12th at 6PM. Below, please find the link to join the call.

There may be a couple of resolutions that come out of this legislative session to study the 10-2 issue. These resolutions are NOT a solution or form of relief but an attempt to better understand the scope of the problem. These resolutions may include figuring out how many people are still incarcerated with non-unanimous jury convictions, and how much it would cost to resolve this injustice. Many senators – including those who voted against the bill – want something to happen and that when we start the process next year, at the very least we will have concrete information to make conversations more honest and realistic. This is a good sign that legislators understand they need to act on this.

As always, please let us know if you have any questions, ideas or concerns. Feel free to email Sara at sgozalo@defendla.org.
We believe that we will win.

ZOOM MEETING THURSDAY JUNE 12TH AT 6PM.

Topic: 10- ORGANIZING MEETING
Time: Jun 12, 2025 06:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
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