CAPRI 3rd Annual Second Chance Job Expo National Second Chance Month – April In recognition of National Second Chance Month, the Capital Area Prisoner ReEntry Initiative (CAPRI) proudly presents our 3rd Annual Second Chance Job Expo, a large-scale fair chance hiring and recruitment event designed to connect justice-impacted job seekers with employers who believe in […]
The CAPRI Housing Workgroup meets every third Wednesday of the month virtually, bringing together community housing providers and partners to address one of the greatest barriers to successful ReEntry, safe and stable housing. This collaborative team works to identify solutions, share resources, and expand housing opportunities for returning citizens across the Capital Area. The housing […]
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 […]
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 […]
Free Health Screenings Wellness Tips & Education Community Resources Open to the Public and Everyone is Welcome!
Open, public meetings. Get involved. See website for agenda.
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.
Invitation Only. You must be approved 14 days prior to the tour. If you would like to join us on an additional prison or jail tour, please email stobin@ebrcjcc.org. Thank You!
Attention, active jobseekers: April is Job Fair month. In order to make the most of your chances for success, we recommend that you come to our Job Fair Success seminar. Career Center staff will discuss what to expect at job fairs, how to prepare, how to make a good first impression, and how to avoid […]
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 […]
