Identity/Population: Criminal Record

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Legal Action Center/National H.I.R.E. Network

Established by the Legal Action Center in 2001, the National Helping Individuals with criminal records Re-enter through Employment (H.I.R.E.) Network is both a national clearinghouse for information and an advocate for policy change.

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Reentering Your Community: A Handbook

Reentering your community can be more manageable when you’re aware of the services and resources available to help. This handbook, provided by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is designed as a step-by-step guide to help you reenter your community.

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The National Reentry Resource Center

The Reentry Services Directory was developed by the National Reentry Resource Center (NRRC) to help individuals who have been incarcerated, and their families, find local reentry services. The NRRC has compiled a list of organizations and service providers who can address different reentry needs, including housing, employment, and family reunification.

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Federal Bonding Program

The U.S. Department of Labor established The Federal Bonding Program in 1966 to provide Fidelity Bonds for hard-to-place job seekers. The bonds cover the first six months of employment at no cost to the job applicant or the employer.

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