Everyone Deserves A Second Chance
New Second Chance Jobs And Service Opportunity for Returning Citizens
Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) announces the launch of its new workforce development initiative, the Welcome Home Project.
The Welcome Home Project is a free, innovative workforce development initiative supporting returning citizens incarcerated for five or more years and released within the last 18 months. It provides participants with stipends, supportive services, training, and resources to secure stable employment.
The Project is a collaboration between PGCC, the Prince George’s County Executive’s Returning Citizens Affairs Division (RCAD), Employ Prince George’s (EPG), and Training Grounds Inc.
“At Prince George’s Community College, we believe in second chances and the power of education to transform lives. The Welcome Home Project embodies our commitment to providing returning citizens the opportunity to rebuild their futures through education, certification, and employment,” said PGCC President Dr. Falecia D. Williams, Ed.D. “We are grateful to collaborate with Returning Citizens Affairs Division, Employ Prince George’s, and Training Grounds, Inc. to create meaningful pathways to success. By investing in our returning citizens, we are investing in a stronger, more inclusive Prince George’s County—one where every individual has the tools and support to reclaim their future.”
The Re-Entry Employment Incentive Program, provided by Employ Prince George’s, encourages local businesses to hire formerly incarcerated residents by offering a payroll reimbursement of up to $5,000 for each returning citizen they employed the previous year.
“Our commitment to supporting returning citizens goes hand in hand with building a stronger, more resilient community,” said Acting County Executive Jackson. “By partnering with stakeholders like Prince George's Community College and Employ Prince George's, we’re creating real opportunities for returning citizens to develop skills, secure jobs, and build a foundation for long-term success. The Welcome Home Program is more than just a second chance, it’s an opportunity to build a stable future and strengthen the economic fabric of Prince George’s County.”
