Opening Doors, formerly known as TRADE, is a community reentry program for current and formerly incarcerated individuals. The program focuses on providing practical training to translate new and existing abilities into reentry success.
Participants may choose job-skill training in forklift operation, proficient Microsoft Office computer classes, welding or online manufacturing courses through ToolingU.com. All participants are trained on effective communication, workplace etiquette, workplace diversity, basic computers, job readiness (including resume writing and mock interviews), goal setting, boundaries, core values, empathy and communication and conflict resolution.
For more information about Opening Doors, contact program staff at openingdoors@cfpin.org or 402.476.4357.