Yavapai County, AZ – The Yavapai Reentry Project, a project of MATFORCE, is hosting an event that provides an opportunity for positive community impact.
From Inmate to Citizen: A Virtual Learning Experience
Are you interested in learning about the challenges faced by individuals returning to the community after incarceration, or do you have a loved one who is currently incarcerated?
Join this session to gain valuable insight and increase your awareness about:
- The difficulties of transitioning from prison back into the community.
- Understanding the differences in thinking and processing skills between incarcerated and non-incarcerated individuals.
- Identifying the cultural differences between prison life and daily life.
- Increasing awareness of generational trauma.
- Keys to successful reintegration.
- Effective communication strategies with returning individuals.
- How the community can support successful homecomings.
This virtual class is being held on Wednesday, August 12th, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm and registration is required. To register for this training, visit YavapaiReentryProject.org or visit qrco.de/bgYJtY.
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MATFORCE is a community organization that educates and raises awareness about substance abuse issues, and advocates for policy change throughout Yavapai County. With over 300 active volunteers, MATFORCE encompasses the belief that stopping drug use before it starts through primary prevention strategies is an essential part of building healthier communities. Programs of MATFORCE include drug prevention education in schools, the Yavapai Reentry Project, Trauma Lens Care, public awareness and education campaigns, and advocating for policy change at the state and local level. For more information about MATFORCE visit matforce.org or our family of websites: MarijuanaHarmlessThinkAgain.org | OpioidOD.com | YavapaiReentryProject.org | TraumaLensCare.org | SACLAz.org | NaloxoneAZ.com | TalkNowAZ.com | LearnMoreAZ.org | TheNewMeth.com | CommunityReentryProjectsAZ.org | AZDrugSummit.org
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