January 27, 2026
Save the Date: Workforce Development Summit, April 15 – 16
The Department of Corrections, in partnership with the Office of Administration, will host a two-day Reentry Employment Summit focused on hiring individuals reentering the workforce after completing the sentence with the Department of Corrections.
Day 1 – April 15, 2026 (State Agencies):
- Missouri Reentry Statistics – Presented by the Council of State Governments
- Lived Experience Panel – Featuring individuals and employers
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Facility Tour at Algoa Correctional Center/Jefferson City Correctional Center
Day 2 – April 16, 2026 (Non-Governmental Employers):
- Institutional Reentry Services
- VR Headset Demonstration
- Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development – Employer resources for second-chance hiring
- Career & Technical Education Programs
- Facility tour at ACC/JCCC
This summit is an excellent opportunity for stakeholders interested in second-chance employment to learn about the process, benefits, and available support services.
Additional details will be shared as they become available.