“Through error you come to the truth! I am a man because I err! You never reach any truth without making fourteen mistakes and very likely a hundred and fourteen.”
— Fyodor Dostoyevsky

When a brother, a mother, or a child is impacted by the justice system and poverty, the entire family serves the sentence. The struggle is collective.

Our team is built by people with lived experience. We move from our own unlikely survival to creative action, channeling persistent resilience into the fight against recidivism. This isn’t just our work—it’s our lived story, for the sake of all families.

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Our Mission

WARP partners with communities and businesses to create meaningful opportunities for returning citizens. We move beyond support to co-create solutions that ensure a true fair chance.

Together We Can Make a Difference

At Working Against Recidivism & Poverty, we believe that sustainable change happens when communities, organizations, and government agencies work together. Our approach focuses on creating strategic partnerships that address both the immediate needs and systemic challenges faced by formerly incarcerated individuals.

By collaborating with employers, educational institutions, housing providers, and mental health services, we create comprehensive support networks that empower individuals to build stable, productive lives after incarceration.

Our Partners
Community collaboration

Our Programs

Comprehensive support through collaborative initiatives

Apprenticeship and job training

Job Readiness & Training

Partnerships with local employers and vocational training centers to provide skills development and employment opportunities for returning citizens.

Family in front of a new home representing housing assistance

Housing Assistance

Collaborative program with housing authorities and landlords to secure stable housing for those reentering society.

Harm reduction awareness

Harm Reduction Awareness

Providing education and outreach on harm reduction practices to improve health and safety in our communities.

Picture Me Rollin' mobility initiative

Addressing Mobility Issues

Showcasing our "Picture Me Rollin'" initiative, which documents and supports mobility access and independence for participants.

Strategic Partnerships

Collaboration is at the heart of our approach

Business Partners

Local employers who provide job opportunities and workplace mentoring.

Educational Institutions

Colleges and training centers offering specialized programs for returning citizens.

Community Organizations

Non-profits and community groups that provide resources and support services.

Government Agencies

State and local agencies working to reform systems and provide support.

Critical Statistics

Transportation, overdose risk, substance use, and suicide — facts that shape our work

63%
Employers Require Transportation

Of employers in NC consider reliable transportation a "must-have" for employment, creating an immediate barrier to reentry.

40% Higher
Risk of Fatal Overdose

Risk of fatal overdose is 40% higher in the first two weeks after release from incarceration, highlighting the critical need for immediate harm reduction support.

70%
Substance Use Disorder

Of justice-involved individuals in NC report having a substance use disorder, yet fewer than 10% receive treatment while incarcerated.

5x Higher
Suicide Rate

The suicide rate is 5x higher among formerly incarcerated individuals compared to the general public, underscoring the profound mental health crisis we address.

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Whether you're an employer, service provider, community leader, or concerned citizen, there's a place for you in our partnership network.

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