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Jason Wang, the founder and CEO of Free World, discusses the challenges faced by individuals with criminal histories when reentering society.
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In this episode, Lindsey talks with Jason Wang, the founder and CEO of Free World. Jason discusses the significant challenges individuals with criminal histories face when reentering society. He highlights the financial struggles caused by low-paying jobs and mounting debts. Sharing his personal story, Jason opens up about growing up in poverty and enduring abuse, which led him down a dark path and eventually to incarceration. While in prison, he became involved in criminal justice reform, which later inspired him to establish Free World. The organization focuses on providing training for individuals seeking employment in the trucking industry, which offers short-term training programs, a driver shortage, and open opportunities for those with criminal records, all while offering living wages. The average age of participants is 39, and many have served around ten years behind bars before joining Free World's program. Jason also shares numerous success stories of graduates who have found stable employment and a fresh start through the program.
One success story highlights a formerly incarcerated individual who faced difficulty finding work after his release, eventually returning to criminal activities. However, after going through the Prison Entrepreneurship Program, he received training and earned his CDLA in just six weeks. This enabled him to secure a job that significantly improved his financial situation, allowing him to support his family. His success led to an offer from Free World, where he now works to help others impacted by the criminal justice system. Free World connects employers with qualified candidates from their program, addressing any concerns employers may have about hiring individuals with criminal backgrounds by offering support, financial incentives, and proof of their graduates' success. Employers can connect with Free World through their website or email. Jason also stresses the importance of providing reintegration opportunities to prevent recidivism and how companies can benefit from hiring these individuals, encouraging listeners to visit freeworld.org for more information. The conversation concludes with gratitude and an invitation to reach out to Jason for further details.
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