Igniting Intentionally Inclusive Cultures: Hiring Second-Chance Workers
Leaders are talking about diversity and inclusion in the wake of nearly 130,000 deaths from COVID-19, with infections heavily weighted toward people of color. At the same time, the world collectively gasped at seeing firsthand the devastating impact of violence and systemic over-policing in the United States, primarily targeted at people of color. Black and brown people are disproportionately represented at every step in the criminal justice system.
Approximately 1 in 3 Americans have a criminal background—that’s 70 million American adults with a criminal record. Shutting these workers out of employment opportunities costs the U.S. economy $80 billion every year, while the damage to families and communities is immeasurable.
OBJECTIVES
- Learn why the best hire I ever made was a Second Chance Worker
- Understand why Second Chance hiring isn’t charity?
- How to make a measurable and meaningful impact in your organization and in the community
- Discover statistics showing big benefits from Second Chance hiring strategies
Bernadette Jones, SHRM-SCP
Bernadette Jones is a highly respected and engaging trainer with a mission to empower leaders and transform workplace cultures. With over 25 years of strategic HR experience and training, Bernadette has successfully impacted the lives of thousands of individuals and hundreds of organizations. Her expertise is helping nonprofits and for-profits align their cultures with their missions, visions, and values while ensuring compliance and employee performance contribute to strategic goals. As co-founder and CEO of Visionova HR Consulting, Inc., Bernadette has developed and presented workshops and seminars nationwide since 2012. Her signature training includes "Respect in the Workplace Starts with Me series"
Bernadette's leadership in Visionova's involvement with SHRM's National HR Registered Apprenticeship Program exemplifies her forward-thinking and dedication to nurturing HR talent and enhancing workplace environments. Her educational background from California State University Hayward and multiple HR certifications, including SPHR and SHRM-SCP, underline her deep knowledge and HR management skills. With her high energy and passion for learning and development, Bernadette continues to find innovative solutions for organizations of all sizes.