Paid grant-writing training for formerly incarcerated people
Resident proposes a six-month paid grant-writing program for formerly incarcerated people, offering temporary work and a path to long-term employment with organizations needing grant writers.
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The resident's idea, as submitted
The idea
A recurring request I receive (as someone who works with formerly incarcerated people) pertains to grant writing assistance. I propose the establishment of a six-month, compensated program designed to educate this community in grant writing skills.
Who it helps and why
This initiative will provide temporary employment opportunities for incarcerated individuals (who are often discriminated against), leading to potential long-term employment upon completion, as organizations have a critical need for skilled grant writers.
Details
- Cycle
- 2024–25
- Submitted
- July 25, 2024
- Neighborhood
- City-wide
- Portal category
- Economy & Workers
- How it was submitted
- City-sponsored workshop
- Submission language
- English
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