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Workshop Aims to Reduce Recidivism Through Employment Skills
9/27/2025
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Story summary
- GEO Reentry Services and Lycoming County Reentry Coalition hosted a workshop at Pennsylvania College of Technology.
- Topics included resume building, interview preparation, and stress management.
- Chris Tsai urged collaboration to reduce recidivism. Judge Nancy Butts said work gives dignity.
- National data show 16% recidivism after a year of employment versus over 50% for the unemployed.
