1. Volunteer opportunities: Offer your time and expertise by volunteering for various roles within the organization. This can include mentoring, tutoring, administrative work, or facilitating support groups.
2. Financial sponsorships and support: Provide financial assistance to individuals in their transitioning stage. Sponsor their education or help them start a small business to alleviate some of the barriers they may face.
3. Mentorship and guidance: Become a mentor for association members. Share your knowledge and experiences to help them navigate their re-entry journey successfully.
4. Counselling and emotional support: If you have the qualifications or skills, provide counselling or therapy services to individuals who may benefit from emotional support during their re-entry process.
5. Career coaching and guidance: Help members identify and follow a career path by providing coaching and guidance. Assist them in developing job search skills, resume building, and interview techniques.
6. Partnerships and collaborations: Explore opportunities to partner with the association on various initiatives. This can involve collaborating on programs, workshops, or events that aim to support justice-involved individuals during their re-entry process.
7. Donations of essential items: Contribute essential items like clothes, food, hygiene products, and blankets to assist individuals as they transition into society. Gas tanks may also be helpful for those relocating. Functional Cell phones are essential to provide a means of communication for individuals leaving correctional facilities. This can help them stay connected with their support network and reduce the likelihood of engaging in criminal activities to acquire one.
8. Employment opportunities: Create job opportunities for members within the organization or connect them with potential employers. Helping them secure stable employment is crucial for successful re-entry.
9. Support in establishing a halfway home: If you have the resources or connections, partner with our association to assist in establishing a halfway home.