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"It's a hard knock life," one participant reflects, acknowledging the numerous hardships faced during reentry. These struggles are compounded by societal perceptions that unfairly label formerly incarcerated individuals as "bad people." Despite this stigma, organizations like Clean Decisions emphasize their commitment to demonstrating the good work being done and challenging misconceptions.
Providing a Safe Space and Opportunities
Clean Decisions aims to create a "safe space" that fosters growth, opportunity, and transformation. As one participant notes, the organization offers a vital bridge between incarceration and community life, proving that with support, former inmates can succeed rather than be seen as lost causes.