Rewriting Reentry Virtual Panel to Highlight Hurricane Katrina 15th Anniversary, Complexities of Reentry and Housing Security Importance
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Rewriting Reentry Virtual Panel to Highlight Hurricane Katrina 15th Anniversary, Complexities of Reentry and Housing Security Importance
Panelists to Discuss Creating Security for Women and Girls Impacted by Incarceration and Natural Disasters
WHO: Panelists: Operation Restoration Founder Syrita Steib, Anti-Recidivism Coalition Women and Non-Binary Services Manager Norma Cumpian, Urban Leisure Founder Nikki Merkerson, Louisiana Fair Housing Action Center Executive Director Cashauna Hill, JP Morgan Chase Foundation Chief of Staff Faith P. Leach
Host: LOHM Founder and Executive Director Topeka K. Sam
WHAT: Virtual panel to discuss the impact of natural disasters and incarceration on housing security as well as the complexities of reentry
WHEN: Thursday, August 27, 2020
1 p.m. CST / 2 p.m. EDT
WHERE: Facebook
WHY: Individuals released from prison are 10 times more likely to become homeless, and the unemployment rate for formerly incarcerated people is nearly five times higher than the general United States population. During this virtual event, panelists will share their own experiences with reentry and explain what comprehensive reintegration looks like, demonstrated through The Ladies of Hope Ministries’ HOPE Scale Model, which is implemented in the organization’s co-living Hope Houses. The scale covers spiritual empowerment, financial literacy, self-advocacy and securing long-term housing.
HOW: If you’re interested in an interview with any of the panelists, please reach out to Dominique Becnel at dominique@gambelpr.com or 504.616.7747.
About The Ladies of Hope Ministries: #RewritingReentry is the second installment of The Rewriting Her Story series. Throughout the year, The LOHM will host events that highlight our three interrelated Core Mission Program Areas: Direct Services & Sustainability, Empowerment & Edification and Policy and Advocacy.
About Operation Restoration: The mission of Operation Restoration is to support women and girls impacted by incarceration to recognize their full potential, restore their lives and discover new possibilities. Additional information about the programs and services offered by Operation Restoration are available at www.or-nola.org.