- A local pastor in Southwest Tallahassee is trying to help reduce the recidivism rate in the city. His church launched a program to help those re-entering society earn jobs.
- In Florida, the recidivism rate is about 25% within 3 years of a state prisoner’s release. That’s according to a report from the Florida Sheriffs Association.
- Watch the video above to hear from Pastor Gregory James and what pushed him to join the effort.
BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT
A local pastor in Southwest Tallahassee is trying to help reduce recidivism rate in the city. His church launched a program helping those re-enter society earn jobs. I found out about his mission, and how he plans to recognize those who have gone through the program.
“It has now become the drum beat that I’m playing to, engage returning citizens in the employment field,” said Pastor James…