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Employ Prince George's Workforce Wire


Sep 16, 2020

The United States Department of Justice reports that over 650,000 people are released from prison every year. Unfortunately, studies show that approximately two-thirds of those released will likely be rearrested within three years.  The Workforce Wire podcast series, “Walking in My Shoes”, features returning citizens who have successfully transitioned from incarceration and identify, in their words, why they were successful, why many are not successful, and what can be done to decrease the recidivism rates of returning citizens. Part 3 features Prince George’s County Council Member Calvin S. Hawkins, II.  Elected by Prince George’s County voters as one of the inaugural Prince George’s County Council At-Large seats in November 2018, Councilmen Hawkins has successfully transitioned from the prison to the highest levels of local government. From civic activities, to political engagement, to community preparedness for emergencies, he has been involved in multiples facet of local government in Prince George's County and the Washington Metropolitan Region over the last 28 years. Committed to servant leadership, Council Member Hawkins is a strong supporter of progressive initiatives for seniors, working families and youth, while fighting for practical and sustaining programs for returning citizens. Learn about his pathway from prison to elected office.