Hear from business leaders on how companies can utilize Second Chance Hiring to foster a hardworking and loyal workforce in any industry. Many companies in the Washington D.C. metro area are struggling to recruit and retain top talent. Finding the right workers can be a challenge in any industry, particularly with the unique nature of the DMV workforce. Faced with these challenges, some D.C.-area employers are turning to Second Chance Hiring [...]
November 21, 2024 On November 19th, 2024, the Second Chance Hiring Alliance (SCHA) and the Greater Washington DC Black Chamber of Commerce (GWBCC) hosted a webinar to inspire and educate employers on the benefits of second-chance hiring. The event brought together experts and advocates to share strategies for creating inclusive workplaces and supporting justice-impacted individuals through employment. Insights from the Speakers The webinar featured a panel of distinguished speakers who [...]
November 6, 2024 On October 29th, the Greater Washington DC Black Chamber of Commerce (GWBCC), a close partner and ally of the Second Chance Hiring Alliance (SCHA), hosted an open house and business summit at the Anacostia Arts Center, attracting entrepreneurs, community organizations, and business leaders from across D.C. The event showcased the Chamber's commitment to collaboration and economic growth within the Black business community, offering valuable resources and [...]
SCHA Upcoming Fall Events This Fall, there are a wonderful slate of events coming up! We are gearing up for: SCHA Core Group member the Greater Washington DC Black Chamber of Commerce's (GWBCC) Open House and Business Summit - October 29 from 12pm – 7pm at the Anacostia Arts Center, 1231 Marion Barry Ave, SE. Learn more and register here. SCHA and GWBCC are co-sponsoring a webinar titled "Creating an Inclusive [...]
On April 25, the Second Chance Hiring Alliance, the Greater Washington DC Black Chamber of Commerce, Free Minds Book Club, NYU Washington DC, and the Council for Court Excellence’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Committee hosted a screening of the documentary District of Second Chances at NYU Washington DC’s Abramson Family Auditorium. This thought-provoking film highlights the experiences of three men from D.C. who were sentenced to life in prison [...]
On April 13th, 2023, the Council for Court Excellence (CCE) launched the Second Chance Hiring Alliance (SCHA) at an event hosted by A Chance to Thrive titled " Upward - An Employer Symposium on Second Chance Hiring." The forum, both in person and virtually, focused on expanding employment opportunities for returning citizens. Leading voices in workforce development, business, and criminal justice reform discussed how employers can create inclusive workplaces that foster [...]
