Education & Career Guide for Former Inmates
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Resume Builder.com has created a separate website page to assist formerly incarcerated people seeking employment. It is called “Building a Career After Incarceration” and this site offers tools and resources which could enhance your prison ministry efforts. The site offers resume examples, templates, and hiring tips, etc. The resource also offers information on how to prepare while incarcerated or on parole, resume advice, tips for getting hired, and more.
You can view the site at the link below:
https://www.resumebuilder.com/building-a-career-after-incarceration/

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Resume.org is great resource and can be your go-to destination for writing a resume, offering:
- An innovative resume-builder app with AI and expert support
- Professionally designed templates and examples from certified resume writers
- Insights and tips from experienced recruiters
Their app guides you in creating an outstanding resume by highlighting essential keywords and showcasing your skills effectively.
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It's unfortunate that only 4% of ex-offenders hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the unemployment rate among this population is 27%. Intelligent.com believes that education plays a critical role in reducing recidivism and providing a pathway to success.
They have created a comprehensive guide to help people with prior convictions navigate the path to higher education. The guide includes information about various grants and scholarships, advocacy programs and resources for ex-offenders, and other vital information to help them earn a degree.
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