Kentucky Comeback

Hope. Healing. And A Fair Chance.
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[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

This week, the @KyChamber, fair chance employers, and substance use disorder recovery professionals toured the Department of Criminal Justice Training Facility to learn about law enforcement training and discuss the importance of training around SUD and recovery services.

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

Kentucky Comeback, in partnership with the @PaducahChamber, hosted businesses, fair chance employers, those in the recovery field, and law enforcement for a conversation focused on substance use disorder recovery, crime, and incarceration and how it impacts our workforce.

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

"Expungement is one of several policy tools that can help alleviate workforce shortages in our state by encouraging employment and self-sufficiency among justice-involved Kentuckians,” says @kychamber President and CEO @AshliWatts. Learn more: https://t.co/4xk0YgszcW

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

Ahead of the Recovery Conference on March 28, keynote speaker Sam Quinones says, "when you attend these kinds of things, you're able to share and you’re able to learn, you take that back to your own community, and that is a huge benefit." Register now: https://t.co/dn4Zz1jDJP

[Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Executives (KCCE) @KyExecs]

As part of the 2022 Annual Conference, @KyChamber Senior Vice President of Public Affairs @KateShanksKY and Field Organizer Jon Dye are leading a discussion on what local chambers are seeing in their communities as far as substance use disorder and criminal justice.

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

“One of the main goals of the Comeback tour is to really hear from Kentuckians on what they think needs to happen with resources to substance abuse disorder, how its impacting the workforce,” said @KyChamber President and CEO @AshliWatts. Read more: https://t.co/nNZqNoFNil.

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

Today, Kentucky Comeback visited @EKUManchester in partnership with @voamid to hear from community leaders, businesses, elected officials, and others on ways Kentucky should approach issues surrounding criminal justice reform and substance use disorder!

[John F. Cox @CoxTalks]

In Manchester today with a solid crowd for our ⁦@KyComeback⁩ tour event & also presented a ⁦@KyChamber⁩ MVP Award to Pres. Stivers. #kyjobs #kycomeback #kybiz ⁦@AshliWatts⁩ ⁦@ekupresident⁩ ⁦@kysenatepres⁩

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

Kentucky Comeback visited @IsaiahHouse Reliance Works in Stanford to talk about issues surrounding criminal justice and substance use disorder and ways employers are helping remove barriers, reduce stigma, and increase second chances. Learn more at https://t.co/3TiF6xKWK7!

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

The Kentucky Comeback initiative will be in Manchester on September 26 to talk about the path to transforming the way Kentucky approaches criminal justice and substance use disorder! Thank you to our partners at @voamid!

[VOA Mid-States @voamid]

The KY Comeback Tour is 3 days away! Save the date & join KY legislators Monday at @EKUManchester. Visit https://t.co/N316VnYKuk to RSVP & be a part of the discussion on how we can help Kentuckians overcoming substance use disorder find recovery & live healthy lives. #recovery

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

Kentucky Comeback visited @IsaiahHouse in Irvine today to talk with business leaders, elected officials and community leaders about transforming Kentucky’s approach to criminal justice reform and substance use disorder recovery. Learn more at https://t.co/3TiF6xKWK7.

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

In 2021, over 2,200 Kentuckians lost their fight to substance use disorder. Kentucky Comeback has programs aimed at helping those struggling get back on their feet and reach long-term recovery. Learn more about those programs at https://t.co/3TiF6xKWK7. #OverdoseAwarenessDay

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

Today, Kentucky Comeback visited Pikeville, in partnership with @arccenters, as part of a statewide tour to connect those that are interested in transforming Kentucky’s approach to criminal justice reform and substance use disorder recovery. Learn more: https://t.co/j9Rbb8sflT!

[Jacqueline Pitts @JacquelinePitts]

Enjoying @skofirm Women at Work Conference at Keeneland this morning including a discussion on second chance employment with Rob Perez of @DV8Kitchen where our @KyChamberFdn program, @KyComeback, was highlighted as a key resource for employers! #skowomenatwork

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

NEW: Lawmakers pass criminal justice bills, override vetoes, and make technical changes in final days of 2022 session. Read more about Senate Bill 163 and Senate Bill 90 here: https://t.co/JUB9pvcpNp #secondchancemonth

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

In the last week of #kyga22, it is critical for lawmakers to prioritize issues surrounding criminal justice reform and substance use disorder. Senate Bill 90 would help those that are struggling. Contact your legislators today: https://t.co/PB3OHHrtAy. #SecondChanceMonth

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

"We know that having a good job is critical...and having the right education is key to having the right job," said @KyChamber Senior VP of Public Affairs @KateShanksKY on Senate Bill 163, legislation to help more Kentuckians pursue postsecondary education. https://t.co/QgcEBlWMOf

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

"A job is one of the best reentry programs...The range of job opportunities available to formerly incarcerated Kentuckians stands to grow even further as a result of Senate Bill 163." Read the op-ed, education critical to fighting recidivism, here: https://t.co/NrV3VoCqji #kyga22

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

Intervening and investing in Kentuckians a more effective approach than locking people up, @KyWhitney says. Learn more about the legislation that would ensure the needs of an individual are assessed upon their arrest to determine the best course of action: https://t.co/bXXLBdj3S8

[Kentucky Comeback @KyComeback]

Bill expanding access to KEES funds moves to Senate. Senate Bill 163 supports post-secondary attainment but also successful re-entry by giving individuals full access to educational opportunities, which can help with self-sustainability and employment. https://t.co/PadeBZqLQC