Reentry Resources

In a world driven by digital tools, most incarcerated Americans remain completely disconnected. While these tools evolve, those reentering the world at large are often left with yet another disadvantage, adding to the other barriers justice-impacted individuals already face. Without training and access to broadband upon reentry, tasks like applying for a job, training for job skills, or checking in at a medical appointment can feel impossible. These struggles can prolong job searches and add to economic instability, two key contributors to recidivism.

These resources are targeted justice-impacted individuals as well as the organizations that support them.

Digital Resources Guide for Reentry Organizations

Compiled by the Illinois Office of Broadband, this guide gathers digital resources organizations can integrate into their reentry work and help guide individuals towards finding low-cost internet and devices and accessing free digital skills training.

Digital Access Pilot for Reentry Organizations

The Illinois Office of Broadband will identify up to five reentry organizations and partner with them to integrate the Guide into their current work streams. The purpose is to work hand in hand with organizations to identify digital gaps of clients and refer them to relevant digital resources. This pilot will also help inform and improve the Resource Guide to better meet the needs of reentry organizations and scale statewide.

Learn more about the criteria and requirements for eligible organizations in the document above.