US Department of Labor announces $20 million in grant funds to help adult inmates in work release
Source: United States Department of Labor
ETA News Release: [03/18/2013]
Contact Name: Laura McGinnis
Phone Number: (202) 693-4653
Release Number: 13-0499-NAT
US Department of Labor announces $20 million in grant funds available to help adult inmates in work release programs prepare to re-enter the workforce
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration today announced the availability of approximately $20 million in grant funds to help adult inmates prepare to re-enter the workforce. The department expects to award 15 grants of up to $1.4 million each to organizations that will provide training and employment to inmates ages 18 and older participating in state or local work release programs.
"Funded programs will provide essential support for adults who have served their time and are looking for ways to re-enter the workforce, and support themselves and their families," said acting Secretary of Labor Seth D. Harris. "These investments in rebuilding lives also reduce stress on state and local budgets, and contribute to increased community stability."
ETA has invested in five generations of the Reintegration of Ex-Offenders-Adult Program, which historically have been employment-centered. Research from the departments of Labor and Justice shows that ex-offenders are more likely to obtain employment and experience career growth if they acquire industry-recognized credentials. Since program year 2011, ETA has required grantees to provide training that leads to an industry-recognized credential prior to the end of the performance period. Additionally, ETA has found that programs offering pre-release services have higher post-release enrollment and more successful program outcomes.
Read more: http://www.dol.gov/opa/media/press/eta/ETA20130499.htm
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