Reentering the workforce can be a challenge for individuals who have been incarcerated. Time away from the labor market and a criminal record can be barriers to employment. Meanwhile, many employers are facing labor shortages, exacerbated by the tremendous economic growth Texas is experiencing.
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is hosting the Growth through Reentry to Advance Careers & Employment (GRACE) Conference. This is an opportunity for employers to learn how to increase their workforce, while helping the formerly incarcerated gain meaningful employment and the opportunity for a fresh start.
Topics will include: State resources for employers, How to become a second chance employer, A day in the life of an individual navigating re-entry: a simulation experience, How second chance employment opportunities are transforming lives, How current employers are making second chance hiring successful.
The GRACE Conference will be held in Austin on Thursday, Aug. 8, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The registration fee is $70 and includes lunch. Contact Workforce Solutions at 800-628-5115 or scan the QR code.
