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The Importance of Second Chances

The Importance of Second Chances

by Sandra Bradford-jennings | Apr 15, 2022 | CPA Statements

Second Chance Month 2022 Community Partners in Action has always believed that “People Can Change.” This belief is at the core of our services, our staff’s commitment, and the mission of our network partners. Anyone who has served their sentence...
Addressing Challenges Facing Women with a Criminal Record

Addressing Challenges Facing Women with a Criminal Record

by Sandra Bradford-jennings | Mar 14, 2022 | CPA Statements

March is Women’s History Month. We celebrate the advancements that women have fought for to make a more just, more equitable world. But on the journey to equality, the road still has bumps and potholes, there are still barriers to gender equity. This is even more...
CPA Testimony: An Act Concerning Collateral Consequences of a Criminal Record

CPA Testimony: An Act Concerning Collateral Consequences of a Criminal Record

by Sandra Bradford-jennings | Mar 2, 2022 | CPA Statements

Executive Director Beth Hines submitted written testimony to the CT Joint Committee on Labor and Public Employees in favor of HB 5248, “An Act Concerning Collateral Consequences of Criminal Convictions on Occupational Licensing”, which prohibits employers from...
H.B. 5208: An Act Concerning Housing Opportunities for Justice-Impacted Persons

H.B. 5208: An Act Concerning Housing Opportunities for Justice-Impacted Persons

by Sandra Bradford-jennings | Mar 1, 2022 | CPA Statements

TODAY, the Connecticut General Assembly’s Housing Committee will hold a public hearing on a number of bills, including H.B. 5208, An Act Concerning Housing Opportunities for Justice-Impacted Persons. If enacted, it will protect housing applicants with criminal...
Life Sentences for Killers of Ahmaud Abrery Chip Away at Systemic Racism

Life Sentences for Killers of Ahmaud Abrery Chip Away at Systemic Racism

by Sandra Bradford-jennings | Jan 11, 2022 | CPA Statements

“Responsibility cannot be lost, it can only be abdicated. If one refuses abdication, one begins again.” James Baldwin.  Mural of Ahmaud Arbery in Brunswick, GA by artist Marvin Weeks. Photo: First Coast News. The execution-style killing of Ahmaud Arbery by white...
Reflecting on Hispanic Heritage Month

Reflecting on Hispanic Heritage Month

by Sandra Bradford-jennings | Oct 15, 2021 | CPA Statements, Uncategorized

In Appreciation of Rich and Diverse Cultures As we revel in the richness of October’s Fall colors, Community Partners in Action reflects on the rich and diverse cultures celebrated during Hispanic Heritage Month. Our organization is made better by the contributions...
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