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Committed to ending violence without violence
Strong commitment to living a positive life
The following are suggestions of Marshal Johnson, a graduate of our program:
70% of the people released from prison return to jail usually within the first year of their release. There are some elements that allow successful re-integration of former inmates into their families and the job market. The number one and the most important is an unshakable commitment of the individual to living a positive life and a commitment to staying free for life.Support group
Support system plays a vital role in directing and keeping the idividual in the path of freedom. It can be in the form of family support and group support. The End Violence Project is one of several groups and organizations that are in place for that purpose.Money
You can get food stamps to support yourself until you get your first paycheck from work. Until recently, the Welfare office gave emergency funds ($100 to $120) to released inmates. This money was necessary for clothing. Unfortunately, the Welfare Office can no longer provide these funds. At the End Violence Project, we are looking for ways to replace the lost monies. Please contact us if you have a suggestion, or if you know of an organization that is helping in this regard. If you would like to donate money to help meet this need, your donation will be used for the designated purpose.Clothing
You need everyday clothing and interview clothing. The best places to buy good inexpensive clothing are the Thrift Shops, including the Salvation Army thrift stores at 22nd & Market St. and 3219 Kensington Ave. Some other thrift shops that are listed in the Yellow Pages are Neighborhoood Thrift, 1328 Point Breeze Ave., and American Family Services, 910 N. Broad St.
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