Doctor J. Alfred Smith Sr. Training Academy
Cause Area
- Advocacy & Human Rights
- Crisis Support
- Education & Literacy
- Employment
Location
8501 International blvdoakland, CA 94621 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
The Doctor J. Alfred SmithSr. Training Academy is a Allen Temple Housing and Economic Develpoment Corporation.It is a Faith Base Organization that provides career training and development to those returning from prison so they can become self-sufficent, build strong family and community connections and avoid re-offending.
Description
Theory of Change
a. Have consistent and on-going interaction with those committed to assisting them in changing the social and workplace behaviors;
b.Receive instruction in enviroments that recognize and meet their individual and group needs;
c.Have access to opportunities learn viable employment skills and understand hiring practices;
d. Engage in activities designed to reinforce positive workplace and social behaviors
Outcome: relize positive employment outcomes in careers that pay family sustaining wages and avoid the negative behaviors that lead to re-incarceration