Previous SCHA Events
PAST EVENTS
Dec. 05, 2023
2:00–3:00 PM
WEBINAR
The Benefits of Second Chance hiring
The SCHA hosted its second webinar on December 5, 2023 from 2-3 pm. Attendees heard from Michael Akin, Mikeya Kirksey, the Director of Workforce Development at DC Central Kitchen, and James Carpenter, advocate and returning citizen. View the recording here.
Oct. 19, 2023
10:00–11:00 AM
WEBINAR
Introduction to SCHA – Part 2
The SCHA held a two-part webinar series on Wednesday, October 18 from 10:30-11:30 am and Thursday, October 19 from 10:00-11:00 am. The first part focused on the basics of second chance hiring and how the SCHA can support you in creating more inclusive workplaces and connecting to an untapped talent pool. The second part of the webinar focused on answering any questions attendees may have about second chance hiring, hearing directly from employers who hire justice-impacted job seekers, and more. For more information, please contact us.
Oct. 18, 2023
10:30–11:30 AM
WEBINAR
Introduction to SCHA – Part 1
The SCHA held a two-part webinar series on Wednesday, October 18 from 10:30-11:30 am and Thursday, October 19 from 10:00-11:00 am. The first part focused on the basics of second chance hiring and how the SCHA can support you in creating more inclusive workplaces and connecting to an untapped talent pool. The second part of the webinar focused on answering any questions attendees may have about second chance hiring, hearing directly from employers who hire justice-impacted job seekers, and more. For more information, please contact us.
April 13, 2023
11:00–2:00 PM
Symposium and launch event
UPWARD: An Employer Symposium on Second Chance Hiring
This forum, featuring speakers from the Center for Employment Opportunities, Justice Through Code, Columbia Business School, Georgetown Pivot Program, Second Chance Studios, and MOD Pizza, served as the official launch event of the Second Chance Hiring Alliance.