ARCS

04/28/2025

Dear Friends and Community Partners,

I hope this message finds you well and in good spirits.

As you know, we have been eagerly preparing for the 3rd Annual Welcome Home Celebration, a day dedicated to uplifting and empowering our justice-impacted community. It is with a bittersweet heart that I share some personal news: my beloved father has recently passed away. While I take time to celebrate his life and legacy, we will need to hit the pause button on our April 29th event.

I believe my father would wholeheartedly agree that when you’re welcoming people home, it should be done with full energy and joy — and that’s exactly what we plan to do… just a little later than planned!

Please stay tuned for the announcement of our new date and time. We’re just taking a brief detour, but rest assured, the Welcome Home Celebration will be back bigger, better, and full of even more love.

Thank you for your understanding, continued support, and commitment to second chances.
I can’t wait to celebrate with you all very soon!

With gratitude,
Katina Wheeler
Chair, ARCS Reentry Taskforce
[email protected]

04/08/2025

Sign up and join the celebration!

Coming home after time behind bars is more than just returning to a physical place. It’s about rebuilding a life—often from the ground up. Housing, employment, transportation, mental health care, family connections—every piece matters. And too often, those pieces are missing.

Re-entry is one of the most critical and overlooked parts of our justice system.
Without real support, people are set up to fail.
With the right support, they can thrive.

The truth is:
We can’t talk about public safety without talking about re-entry.
We can’t talk about justice without talking about second chances.
We can’t talk about community without including everyone.

If we believe in redemption, then we have to show it—in our policies, in our programs, and in our everyday actions.

Because people coming home don’t need pity—they need opportunity.

They don’t need a handout—they need a fair shot.

Re-entry is community work. And it’s time we all take part. ARCS
savannahga.gov/ReentryConference

04/07/2025

We’re Back! In celebration of National Second Chance Month…
Join us for the 3rd Annual Welcome Home Celebration: A Second Chance at Success—a powerful community event dedicated to uplifting and empowering our justice-impacted neighbors.

Hosted by Mayor Van Johnson and ARCS the Reentry Taskforce, this vibrant resource fair will provide critical support and connections for individuals reentering society.

Event Highlights:
Community Resource Fair with local support agencies
Expungement Clinic to assist with clearing records
Free Health Screenings via Mobile Medical Clinic
On-site Job Opportunities
Networking with Community Leaders & Advocates

Date: April 29, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Savannah Civic Center Parking Lot,
301 W Oglethorpe Ave, Savannah, GA

Register today: savannahga.gov/ReentryConference
Vendors welcome! Contact us at [email protected]

Let’s come together to build a community where everyone gets a second chance at success.

11/11/2024

Please share!

🔸 Unlock a Fresh Start Today with DeVetter Law's Expungement Clinic! 🔸

Today, November 11th, we’re hosting an Arrest Eraser Expungement Clinic from 5 PM to 7 PM at 510 MLK Jr Blvd, Unit B, Savannah, GA. If you have a criminal record and want to learn about expungement options, join us for a one-on-one session with our team and community partners.

This clinic is an opportunity to explore record clearing and open doors to new possibilities. Bring your record with you, or pre-register to ensure we can assist you fully.

📆 When: Today, Nov 11th | 5 PM - 7 PM
📍 Where: 510 MLK Jr Blvd, Unit B, Savannah, GA
📞 Contact: (912) 388-0254 | [email protected]

We're here to help you take the next step toward a brighter future.

11/07/2024

The “When is the Debt Paid” Reentry Conference on November 9 will feature a powerful lineup of sessions and activities, including an immersive Reentry Simulation designed to deepen understanding of the challenges faced by individuals returning to society after incarceration. Running from 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM, with registration starting at 7:00 AM, this conference will offer panels, discussions, and the interactive simulation to provide attendees with insight into the barriers of reentry. Join us to engage with community leaders, advocates, and experts working to make a difference in reentry support and justice reform. Don’t miss this impactful event!

Register at: https://www.savannahga.gov/3306/Re-Entry-Taskforce

10/17/2024

The When is the Debt Paid conference has been rescheduled due to unforeseen circumstances. Please stay tuned for more information…

06/04/2024

Are you facing challenges due to a criminal record? This workshop is for you! A fresh start is near!

A Fresh Start Begins Here! Mark your calendars for DeVetter Law's Expungement Clinic at First Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church on Monday, June 10th from 5 PM to 7 PM. Gain invaluable insights from legal experts and learn how to wipe your slate clean. Don't miss this opportunity to unlock a brighter future!

05/03/2024

Providing education, training & programs to support conflict resolution throughout the Coastal Empire

04/26/2024

Thank you Christopher K. Middleton for moderating our Justice Panel! You have always been a community champion and we greatly appreciate you!

04/26/2024

Thank you Mayor Van Johnson for your commitment to ARCS and those impacted! Thank you to Fox News for highlighting our conference!

A conference happening in Savannah this week focused on helping formerly incarcerated individuals or those with a criminal past return to society.

04/22/2024

Have you registered for the upcoming 2nd Annual Welcome Home Conference: Second Chance at Success. If you haven't already registered as a participant, there's still time!

The conference promises to be an invaluable resource for anyone connected with or interested in supporting Justice Involved/Justice Impacted citizens. From insightful discussions to valuable resources, the event aims to foster a more supportive community in Savannah.

Participant registration will remain open until 5 p.m. today, so don't miss out on this opportunity. Secure your spot now and join us in creating positive change!

*Vendor registration is closed. Participant registration will remain open until 5 p.m. today.

Register at:

Thank you for registering for the conference! If you are a vendor or employer, we encourage you to conduct onsite interviews, intakes and orientations to streamline processes.