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Employment Prospects for People with Criminal Records in Washington, DC
July 11, 2017 @ 5:30 am - July 17, 2017 @ 7:00 am EDT
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Join the Urban Institute as we present the challenges people with criminal records face while seeking employment and discuss how best to create access to stable, well-paying jobs for some of Washington, DC’s most vulnerable residents. In a recent study, Urban researchers found that one in seven Washingtonians have a criminal record in the court system, but only half of them have a conviction. Because of flaws in criminal background checks, employers can receive reports that include records without a conviction, leading them to turn away otherwise suitable candidates. Such gaps create unnecessary obstacles for people with criminal records who already experience significant challenges in accessing a limited pool of available jobs.
The event will feature local DC government representatives, national and local employers, people who have experienced employment barriers because of their criminal records, Urban researchers, and advocacy organizations. We will explore the policy and practice of employing people with criminal records and learn what can be done to enhance their employment opportunities.
Tuesday, July 11, 2017, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Breakfast will be available at 9:00 a.m. Urban Institute
2100 M Street NW, 5th floor Washington, DC 20037 |
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Speakers to be announced soon.
Support for this event has been provided by Uber Technologies.
For inquiries regarding this event, please contact events@urban.org. |