Big Bend AFTER Reentry Coalition

Big Bend AFTER Reentry Coalition is a coalition of returning citizens and leaders from community, social service, government, education and faith-based organizations. Established in March 2012, BBARC works to support and improve efforts to reduce recidivism and increase public safety.

*Offer training, classes, workshops, case management, and opportunities for social engagement and mentoring for individuals returning from incarceration. *Coordinate services for currently and formerly incarcerated people, enabling them to access identification documents, housing, education, employment, substance abuse intervention and mental health services. *Educate the community about the benefits to public safety of assisting currently and formerly incarcerated people in their transition. *Collaborate with the Florida business community to increase employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated people. Provide information about hiring incentives such as the Federal Bonding program and the Work Opportunity Tax Credit.