The Wayne County Reentry Council will hold a Reentry Employment and Training Summit on Wednesday, October 29, to assist justice-involved individuals with returning to the workforce.
The Reentry Council supports those who were formerly incarcerated by providing education, employment services, and essential resources for a successful transition back into society. Wayne Community College serves as the intermediary agency for the council.
The Reentry Employment and Training Summit begins with training sessions including workshops on career exploration, resumes, job applications, and mock interviews. This portion of the summit will take place from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. in Room 101 of the Walnut Building on WCC’s campus. A “Dress for Success” mobile unit will also be on site to assist individuals with interview attire.
The summit continues from 2–3 p.m. with a program providing information on federal bonding, followed by a panel discussion featuring second-chance employers and a reentry participant. A job fair will be held from 3–5 p.m. to connect individuals with local second-chance employers. These events will take place in the Wayne Learning Center (the main building on WCC’s campus with the flag poles in front).
“It’s vital to provide career resources for justice-impacted individuals so they can successfully transition back into the community and contribute in meaningful ways,” said WCC Vice President of Workforce Continuing Education Services and Community Engagement Renita Dawson.
Dawson added that meaningful employment reduces recidivism and strengthens society. “There are many talented individuals who simply need a second chance to prove themselves. Through this summit, we hope to connect these individuals with employers who are committed to being second-chance champions—creating a space where opportunity and readiness meet,” she said.
Registration for the summit is recommended but not required. Sign up through the RSVP form here.
Employers who are interested in participating in the job fair should contact WCC Apprenticeship and Work-Based Learning Specialist Kaelyn Kornegay (919-739-7015 or kdkornegay@waynecc.edu).
For more information about the event, contact Dawson at 919-739-6980 or rddawson@waynecc.edu.
WCC encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing accommodations or have questions about access, contact the Accessibility Counselor at 919-739-6729.
About Wayne Community College
Wayne Community College is a public, learning-centered institution with an open-door admission policy located in Goldsboro, N.C. As it works to develop a highly skilled and competitive workforce, the college serves around 10,000 individuals annually as well as businesses, industry, and community organizations with high quality, affordable, accessible learning opportunities, including more than 150 college credit programs. WCC’s mission is to meet the educational, training, and cultural needs of the communities it serves.