Posts Tagged ‘ban the Box Movement’
States Implementing the Fair Chance Ordinance
October 16th, 2014 by Dodie
The Fair Chance Ordinance (“Ban the Box” bill) was first started in the late 1990s. It’s purpose/goal is to have the box that asks if you have a criminal record removed from hiring applications. Doing so will allow ex-offenders to show their skills and what they bring to the table before they are asked about […]
The Impact of “Ban the Box”
October 13th, 2014 by Dodie
One little box strikes fear into the hearts of convicted criminals attempting to re-enter society. Many job and tenant applications include the ‘yes’ or ‘no’ question, “Have you been convicted of any criminal activity?” This simple inquiry can feel like a roadblock to successful re-entry for those that have been given their freedom. But, a […]
