THE POPULATION THAT WE LOVE TO SERVE

At the Next Level Empowerment Program (NLEP), our passion is to serve men and women who are transitioning back into society after incarceration. We understand the unique challenges faced by returning citizens and their families in New Haven, Connecticut. Our mission is deeply rooted in creating a nurturing and inclusive community that offers comprehensive support. We are dedicated to those who are determined to turn over a new leaf, eager to rebuild their lives with dignity and purpose. Our participants are not just individuals seeking a second chance; they are fathers, mothers, sons, and daughters, each with their own story and potential. By focusing on preventing recidivism, promoting self-sufficiency, and strengthening family and community ties, NLEP stands as a beacon of hope and a catalyst for positive change. We are committed to walking alongside each individual, offering the tools, guidance, and encouragement needed to forge a successful and fulfilling future.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

PREVENT RECIDIVISM:

80% of clients who engage with Next Level do not recidivate within 2 years of initial program contact.

PROMOTE SELF-SUFFICIENCY

70% of clients are gainfully employed or in an educational program 1 year after program entry.
80% of clients have stable housing within 1 year of program entry.
80% of support group participants mark themselves as having improved key skill areas on self-reflection surveys.
70% of support group participants attend at least 80% of meetings over a six-month period.

STRENGTHEN FAMILY AND COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS

Within 90 days of beginning the support group, 90% of participants identify an individual with whom they would like to form or maintain a healthy relationship.
80% of support group participants report having improved their relationships over a six month period.