Inclusive Special Program Service for incarcerated woman

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Reentering society after being released from prison can be an overwhelming challenge. Many formerly incarcerated individuals face significant barriers when seeking employment, securing housing, and accessing low-income housing programs. Beyond the difficulties of obtaining basic necessities such as food, clothing, and shelter, individuals may also return to their communities with limited educational opportunities, strained family relationships, diminished self-worth, and little hope for a positive future.

Gina’s Team is an advocate for this often-forgotten population.

Our programs focus on personal growth, self-discovery, and empowerment. We believe that meaningful education and personal development can make a lasting difference in someone's future. Graduates of the Gina’s Team program have a recidivism rate of less than 10%, demonstrating the positive impact of investing in personal growth and education.

Our Six-Week Program

Developed in-house by members of the Gina’s Team Board of Directors, our curriculum is designed to help participants recognize their inner strength, discover their potential, and develop the tools needed to build a more positive future.

Over six weeks, with one class held each week, participants explore topics including:

- Self-exploration and personal growth

- Discovering inner strength

- Self-forgiveness and forgiving others

- Collaboration and building positive relationships

- Self-worth, empowerment, and recognizing one's potential

Our goal is to encourage women to reframe their thoughts, recognize their value, and develop a renewed sense of hope and purpose as they prepare for successful reentry into society.

Monthly Check-In Sessions

Between our six-week program sessions, Gina’s Team hosts monthly **"Check-In" sessions** to maintain engagement and continue supporting personal development.

These sessions are generally led by Billie Fidlin and include a brief review of an element of our curriculum, followed by an engaging guest speaker. Our speakers are community leaders and professionals representing a variety of areas relevant to successful reentry, including housing resources, reentry support, music, and the importance of maintaining physical fitness while incarcerated.

These monthly gatherings provide participants with continued education, encouragement, and valuable connections to resources within their communities.

Continuing Support Beyond Incarceration

Our commitment doesn't end when a woman completes our program or is released from prison.

Gina’s Team maintains connections with women throughout their reentry journey through our pen pal program, which establishes meaningful connections before and after incarceration.

We also participate in **The Village**, which meets on the first Saturday of each month. The Village brings together formerly incarcerated individuals, family members, and community allies to network, share experiences, and hear presentations offering valuable information and resources to help support successful reentry.

We believe that building a strong support system, fostering positive relationships, and providing access to community resources are essential components of long-term success.

Making a Difference Together

All Gina’s Team programs are provided to correctional facilities at no cost. Our work is made possible through the dedication of community volunteers and the generosity of tax-deductible donations.

Every contribution helps us provide educational materials, resources, encouragement, and opportunities for personal growth.

At Gina’s Team, we believe that a person's past does not define their future. Everyone deserves the opportunity to rediscover their worth, recognize their potential, and build a better tomorrow.