Cleveland Reentry Month 2025
Building Pathways to Progress.
Celebrated formerly as ‘Reentry Week’ during the last week of April, a growing number of effective and creative initiatives that support returning citizens have continued to grow each year, including reentry assemblies, job fairs, cook-off challenges, and more. In response, the Cuyahoga County Office of Reentry and community partners have come together to acknowledge the entire month of April as Reentry Month!
At LMM, we are firm believers in reforming the criminal legal system and that returning citizens deserve second chances. Scroll for more information on getting involved in Reentry Month events to support second chances for all.
Battle of the Restaurants Workforce Development Culinary Event
Tuesday, April 1
2:00pm
Greater Cleveland Food Bank Community Resource Center
15500 S. Waterloo Rd., Cleveland, OH 44110
The Battle of The Restaurants Culinary Competition will showcase the culinary talents of reentry program participants, featuring a thrilling blind taste test between two local restaurants from the reentry community. This exciting event highlights the impact of culinary arts programs like LMM’s Chopping for Change, offering networking opportunities and celebrating food as a pathway to career advancement and entrepreneurship in Cuyahoga County.
A Reentry Simulation Challenge: Road to Redemption
Friday, April 4
9:00am – 11:00am
University Settlement
5163 Broadway Ave. Cleveland, OH
The reentry simulation offers participants a firsthand experience of the challenges faced by individuals returning home after incarceration, such as securing employment, accessing housing, and maintaining family relationships. Through immersive role-playing scenarios, attendees will gain insight into the obstacles of reentry, fostering empathy and sparking important conversations about the systemic issues that need to be addressed for successful reintegration.
Fair Chance, Bright Future: Removing Workforce Barriers
Monday, April 7
9:00am – 10:30am
LMM Richard E. Sering Center
4515 Superior Ave., Cleveland, OH 44103
Fair Chance, Bright Future: Removing Workforce Barriers will focus on advocating for policy reform and addressing the employment challenges faced by justice-impacted individuals. The event will feature a dynamic Q&A session and expert panel discussion, engaging lawmakers, employers, and community stakeholders to explore real-life stories and foster action toward a more inclusive and equitable workforce.
Charles R. See Forum on Reentry
Friday, April 25
11:30am – 1:00pm
The City Club of Cleveland
1317 Euclid Ave. Suite 100, Cleveland, OH 44115
Join LMM at The City Club of Cleveland on Friday, April 25 for the 2025 Charles R. See Forum on Reentry, which brings awareness to current issues surrounding the criminal legal system. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more panel, speaker, and registration details.
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