Felons are in a precarious position when they walk out of prison: They need a job immediately but often have limited experience, a criminal record and no time for extensive training.
A Nashville nonprofit is experimenting with a new model: paying former inmates to become certified so they can take advantage of open construction jobs. Julieta Martinelli (@itsjmartinelli) of Here & Now contributor Nashville Public Radio reports.
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