The WorkWell Partnership

05/12/2026

Looking forward to our panel discussion tomorrow night at Pennington Presbyterian Church! WorkWell's Board President, Leroy Brown, will moderate a discussion with several WorkWell graduates about life after incarceration.

The discussion will be followed by refreshments and informal conversation.

Registration for in-person attendance is not required, but it will help us plan. If you know you are coming, please register here: https://lifeafterincarceration2026.eventbrite.com

We hope to see you there!

05/08/2026

We had a great time celebrating our WorkWell graduates this week!

Graduates, we appreciate each of you and the commitment you brought to WorkWell these past four weeks. We can't wait to hear what's next for you.

Congratulations, Cohort 37! Be sure to come back and visit us!

04/23/2026

Please join us on May 13th at Pennington Presbyterian Church for a panel discussion with several WorkWell graduates, moderated by Board Chairperson Leroy Brown.

The discussion about the challenges of life after incarceration will begin at 7pm and will be followed by a time for refreshments and informal conversation.

Registration is not required, but it will help us plan. If you know you are coming, please register here: https://lifeafterincarceration2026.eventbrite.com

We hope to see you there!

04/16/2026

April Is Second Chance Month in New Jersey!

Governor Mikie Sherrill has designated April 2026 as Second Chance Month in New Jersey. Recognizing that the consequences of a criminal conviction contribute to recidivism and an increase in crime and threaten public safety, Second Chance Month builds awareness about the need for closure for those who have paid their debt to society. "Successful re-entry is about more than just leaving prison," the governor writes, "It is about being welcomed back with real opportunities to work, contribute, and rebuild." It's a reminder that people are more than their worst mistake.

TRENTON – Governor Mikie Sherrill today signed a Proclamation designating April 2026 as Second Chance Month in New Jersey.

04/14/2026

On April 2, 2026, members of The WorkWell Partnership joined staff, supporters, and community leaders to celebrate the ribbon-cutting of the new Hanover Creative Gallery space at 219 East Hanover Street in the Creek to Canal District of Trenton.

We were honored to be there as Hanover Creative welcomed Mayor Reed Gusciora, Councilwoman Crystal Feliciano, and other local officials and friends to mark this exciting milestone.

Both WorkWell and Hanover Creative Gallery now call 219 East Hanover home—WorkWell on the third floor and the gallery on the ground floor. Together, we share a vision of fostering hope, growth, and connection in our community.

The Hanover Creative Gallery will host a variety of events and activities designed to bring people together and contribute to the ongoing revitalization of the Hanover Street area. Meanwhile, WorkWell continues to provide comprehensive programming and support that empowers justice-involved and formerly incarcerated individuals to secure employment and build stable, meaningful lives.

We’re excited about what’s ahead and proud to partner with Hanover Creative in strengthening our community.

02/24/2026

Please join us tonight for what is sure to be an interesting discussion!

​Melissa Burch, director of the Afterlives of Conviction Project at the University of Michigan, discusses her book, "The Criminal Record Complex" in this virtual event via Zoom. Registration required.. Event starts at February 24, 2026 7:00 PM EST

02/20/2026

You, too, can be a part of this important work. Consider donating to WorkWell today: https://www.workwellpartnership.org/donate/

02/03/2026

WorkWell is excited to be co-sponsoring, together with Princeton Public Library and Princeton University, a community book discussion with author Melissa Burch on her book The Criminal Record Complex. The book explores how criminal background checks have become one of the most significant and often invisible barriers to employment and housing, issues WorkWell participants face every day as they work to rebuild stable, dignified lives.

We hope you can join us on Zoom for what's sure to be a thoughtful and engaging discussion!

​Melissa Burch, director of the Afterlives of Conviction Project at the University of Michigan, discusses her book, "The Criminal Record Complex" in this virtual event via Zoom. Registration required.. Event starts at February 24, 2026 7:00 PM EST

01/31/2026

Big thanks to Ted Simpson and Mary Brown for leading our Saturday sessions this cohort! Their wisdom, humor, and enthusiasm made learning about job applications and interviews both engaging and empowering. We’re so grateful for them—and for all of our incredible volunteers who make this work possible.

And good luck to our participants who have job interviews this week—we’re cheering you on! 👏🍀

01/30/2026

Thank you, Lawrence Township Community Foundation, for your generous support of WorkWell's efforts to build our employer network!