Gov. Newsom’s Wrong Decision to Carve Out Incarcerated Workers from Heat Standards

California’s exemption of incarcerated workers from new workplace heat protections continues a pattern of cruel exclusions built on a foundation of slavery.

People with Records Have Fought Hard to “Ban the Box”

Today, 37 states and nearly 200 cities and counties across the country have adopted some form of fair chance policy.

End Forced Labor and De Facto Slavery in Prisons

It is long past time for this nation to truly eliminate forced labor and de facto slavery for incarcerated workers.

HR Dive: California bill would ban most criminal background checks

As of 2021, 37 states and more than 150 cities and counties have adopted ban-the-box laws.

Hustling Against Criminalization and Its Employment

Black women, Black femmes, and Black queers in New Orleans hustle as a culture of resistance.

GPB News: Georgia lawmakers plan to ease path to occupational license for workers with criminal records

Dozens of job opportunities might open up for people with criminal records if a legislative push removes barriers for professional licenses.

WBRL: Mayor’s Commission for Re-Entry aims to integrate formerly incarcerated people back into our community

The Mayor’s Commission for Re-Entry, is aiming to break the stigma through the “ban the box” initiative.

The Mississippi Free Press: A Chance To Live: Engaging Business Community, Restorative Justice To Reduce Incarceration

Trina Davidson-Brooks said assisting the formerly incarcerated is vital to avoid recidivism when they cannot find employment.

An Equitable Recovery Must Include Workers With Records

In the coming months, policymakers must prioritize the demands of workers of color, including demands for fair access to work by people with records.

Seven States Adopted Fair Chance Policies in 2017