VBSO to hold job fair for inmates
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — The Virginia Beach Sheriff’s Office will hold a job fair for inmates who will be released within 90 days.
During the job fair, 14 vendors will be present to provide resources or job opportunities to the soon-to-be released inmates. Some of the vendors include Goodwill, Virginia Beach Public Works and Traffix Commuter Options.
The event aims to assist inmates with returning to the community post-release and becoming active, productive members of the community.
“We are providing resources and job opportunities to help inmates returning to our communities become strong, productive, law-abiding members of Virginia Beach, or wherever they choose to live.” Holcomb said. “Rehabilitation is an essential component of our criminal justice system, and programs like these are critical to help offenders change their lives for the better. We know from experience that inmates need a plan before they are released from jail, and programs like these facilitate making a plan and building important connections and relationships from the inside out.”
The event takes place on Wednesday, April 24 from 9 a.m. to noon in the indoor recreation yard at the Virginia Beach Correctional Center.
For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WAVY.com.
