b'Goodwill Southern Californiasupports the WE SERVE reentry population with compassion, opportunity, and targeted JUSTICE INVOLVED services that create clear pathways to transitional and, ultimately, permanent employment. Through programs like RENEW, Prison INDIVIDUALS to Employment, LA:RISE, and INVEST, our participants build marketable and soft skills essential for job success while engaging in up to 300 hours of paid training and work experience that helps cover basic expenses and reduces financial barriers. We also connect participants to wraparound supportincluding mental health care, housing, and legal servicesto address challenges to stability. Our job placements prioritize positions with benefits, reliable scheduling, and safe conditions in sectors withopportunities for advancement and economic mobility.SARINA, one of ourparticipants, completedvocational training asaCNC Operator and wasimmediately employed.What once seemed impossible has now become a reality. After 30 years of incarceration, I have risen. The Goodwill LA:RISE program gave me the experience, skill, and confidence to work and live independently. Be fearless. Take hold of the Good in Goodwill. LA:RISE Participant2,346 JUSTICE INVOLVED INDIVIDUALS SERVEDGOODWILL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2024| 17'