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Funding for Reentry Education and Employment Programs for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals

This opportunity from the Bureau of Justice Assistance seeks proposals to support reentry education and employment programs for adults and youth leaving prison and jail. - Government Buyer: - Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), U.S. Department of Justice - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned in this solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are listed - Funding is for programmatic support, not for the procurement of goods - Services include: - Academic and vocational/trade education programs in correctional facilities - Workforce development and career pathway programs - Initiatives to improve job readiness, employment attainment, and retention - Projects that develop marketable skills and leverage technology for digital economy engagement - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Open to state, local, tribal governments, community-based organizations, nonprofits, businesses, educational entities, and faith-based organizations - Projects should align with local job markets and build capacity for reentry success - Emphasis on innovative approaches and technology integration - No mention of specific contract vehicles or administrative procedures

Description

This notice of funding opportunity supports state, local, and tribal governments and community-based organizations to provide education and employment programs for adults and youth leaving prison and jail. The program aims to improve academic and vocational/trade programs in prisons and jails and expand workforce development and career pathways to enhance job readiness, employment attainment, and retention. Projects may focus on developing marketable skills, leveraging technology, and aligning with local job markets to engage in the digital economy.

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