We invite you to join us for “Reentry Works: Celebrating Pathways to Stability, Employment & Success” on April 4, 2025, at the Legislative Office Building from 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. This event, sponsored by Speaker Matt Ritter, will bring together state leaders, workforce and economic development partners, and reentry and criminal justice advocates to highlight the critical role of reentry services and reentry workforce initiatives in Connecticut’s future.
Event Highlights
- Discussion on expanding job training & workforce development through the BEST Chance Partnership.
- Strengthening Reentry Welcome Centers in Hartford, Waterbury, Bridgeport, New Haven, New Britain and New London.
- Investments for $6 million in state funding to support returning citizens, reduce recidivism, and bolster Connecticut’s labor force.
- Highlights to the 2025 Reentry Report will also be presented and available.
- Testimony from justice impacted individuals
Connecticut ReEntry Centers:
- Hartford
- Waterbury
- Bridgeport
- New Haven
- New Britain
- New London
