Building a new life

By Dione Friends Online Media Coordinator Being released from prison isn't just about being free. Former inmates face serious obstacles to rejoining society as productive members. Mental health issues, lack of education, and minimal work experience are huge barriers on the path to a "normal life." The latest national data indicates that about two-thirds of released prisoners are arrested within three years. The transition from prison to home just got a little easier thanks to our coalition partners at the Texas Criminal Justice Coalition. Their new website features resources for youth and adults seeking to rebuild their lives. Housing services, legal clinics, employment services, educations assistance, and other services are only a few clicks away with this new tool. See the website in action by double clicking the video below to watch it full screen. Or try it out for yourself.

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The Texas Criminal Justice Coalition works on issues across Texas' criminal and juvenile justice systems to create stronger families, less taxpayer waste, and safer communities Criminal law reform is a priority of the ACLU of Texas. We seek to end excessively harsh criminal justice policies that result in mass incarceration and stand in the way of a just and equal society. Learn more about our campaign goals by visiting criminaljusticetx.org. Follow our criminal law reform campaign on facebook and twitter.