Live Breaking News & Updates on Torrence Conaway

Stay updated with breaking news from Torrence conaway. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.

Can ex-offenders help solve CT's workforce shortage? Some nonprofits, employers and policymakers think so

Timothy Conaway was luckier than many ex-offenders when leaving his eight-year prison sentence for drug-related offenses: He had already established some professional connections and quickly found a job following incarceration.

Many ex-offenders face a much tougher road back to reintegration. They simply need an opportunity, Conaway said.

“Everybody deserves a chance, just one chance,” Conaway said. “Let them show you they have the drive to work.” ....

United Kingdom , United States , Torrence Conaway , Directorlisa Tella , Joe Toner , Ashley Zane , Timothy Conaway , Sharon Castelli , Stephen Haynes , Chris Senecal , Department Of Transportation , Connecticut Business Industry Association , Department Of Economic , Commerce Committee , Hartford Foundation For Public , Motivation Center , Chrysalis Center , Greater Hartford New Britain Building Trades Council , Building Trades Council , Us Department Of Justice , Department Of Corrections , Community Development , Hartford Foundation , Entry Point , Connecticut Business , Industry Association ,