Since its inception, Second Chance Inc. has been focused on workforce development. Our heartbeat is to create living wage "green collar" jobs and then train those who've faced employment barriers to succeed in those jobs. While we recognize the imperative of continual progress, we are pleased from time to time to acknowledge the fruit of our deconstruction job training program. 

For instance, through our partnership with the Mayor's Office of Employment Development between 2009-2013, we've been privileged to serve a host of young men (median age is 27 when joining us), 100% of whom were at or below the poverty level when joining us, and 68% of whom were previously incarcerated and desiring a new way of life. 

To get more specific, consider these life-changing stats from this group during that five year period:

• 95% of those who completed Boot Camp went on to complete the entire 16 week Deconstruction Training Program.
• 100% of trainees earned their OSHA 10 certification, a transferable credential.
• 95% of trainees earned their Certificate of Completion, demonstrating basic competency in deconstruction techniques and certain essential life and vocational skills.
• 100% of program graduates found full-time employment earning a living wage at Second Chance after earning their Certificates of Completion.
• 80% of program graduates remained employed at Second Chance or with another employer for at least 12 months after their initial hire date.

-Your Second Chance Team