Transforming Reentry Services/MWIPM
works to create an equitable future for re-entry communities. Founded and incorporated by black women and incarcerated individuals, we combine services, advocacy, and research to fill in the gaps in the systems, restore families, and build economic and political power.
Transforming Reentry Services/
MWIPM
works to create an equitable future for re-entry communities. Founded and incorporated by black women and incarcerated individuals, we combine services, advocacy, and research to fill in the gaps in the systems, restore families, and build economic and political power.
Serving The Reentry Population
During 2018, the staff, volunteers, and interns provided services to over 2,500 reentry population.
Sponsors
Thanks to our sponsors, we’ve been able to positively impact our community.
Clients Served
Our clients consist of those the reentry population, substance abusers, etc.
Communities Served
We have been active in the following Chicago communities since 1982:
– Bronzeville
– Englewood
– Austin
Plus more
Serving The Reentry Population
During 2018, the staff, volunteers, and interns provided services to over 2,500 reentry population.
Sponsors
Thanks to our sponsors, we’ve been able to positively impact our community.
Clients Served
Our clients consist of those the reentry population, substance abusers, etc.
Communities Served
We have been active the following Chicago communities since 1982:
– Bronzeville
– Englewood
– Austin
Plus more
Transforming Reentry Services / (Men & Women In Prison Ministries), provides direct comprehensive services to the reentry community, using the First Step Model. Individuals returning to their former communities, often return with limited resources and many needs. Many of the formerly incarcerated individuals make their “first step” by accessing local trusted community or faith-based organizations to acquire basic needs: housing, food, employment etc. The services are delivered using a client centered and culturally competent approach.
Support Programs
TRS provides services through five departments: Health & Wellness, Social Economic Recovery, Advocacy, Capacity Building, International Programs & Services. Each department is focused on assisting clients successfully transition from behind the wall and relocating in the community.
Advocacy is conducted through the efforts of 300 members and member organizations, represent and advocate for the lives of the incarcerated and formerly incarcerated community.
Health &
Wellness
Programs
Addressing the health and well-being of individuals incarcerated; at risk individuals for incarceration or recidivism; and returning citizens
Social Economic Recovery Programs
Strengthening and preserving positive family dynamics and quality of life for returning citizens
Social Economic
Recovery Programs
Strengthening and preserving positive family dynamics and quality of life for returning citizens
Prison
Advocacy
Ensuring the human rights of individuals engaged in the criminal justice system are not violated
Capacity Building
Supporting the development and growth of organizations addressing the medical social and economic disparities of underserved or disenfranchised communities.
Capacity
Building
Supporting the development and growth of organizations addressing the medical social and economic disparities of underserved or disenfranchised communities.
International
Department
Working in the partnership with organizations, churches and government officials, supporting community efforts to empower the lives of returning citizens and promote the health and well-being of underserved populations
Free HIV & HEP-C Screening
10 West 35th St. 9th Floor, Chicago, Il
Monday – Thursday 9 am – 2 pm
601 South California, Chicago, Il
Mondays and Fridays, by appointment only
Were you released from corrections within the last 12 months and you need a Social Security Card, State ID, or Birth Certificate? Transforming Reentry Services (MWIPM) can assist you. You may also call (312) 328-9610 or (708) 339-2400 to contact Marlon Oglesby, Glenn Taylor, or Russell Jackson for more info.
Past Events
See what we’ve been up to.
AIDS Run & Walk Chicago
TRS/MWIPM- 14th Annual People’s Gala
Upcoming Events & News
Get the latest updates on events and news.
Harm Reduction & Prison Coalition
4th Friday of the month
{THIS MONTH: Mar. 24th, 2023}
10 am – 12 pm
10 West 35th St.
Chicago, Illinois 60616
Family Reunification Support Group
4th Thursday of the month
{THIS MONTH: Mar. 23rd, 2023}
1 am – 3 pm
5701 South Wood St.
Chicago, Illinois 60616
Topics: Trauma & Mental Health
– New Membership is Not Available –
Consumer Advisory Board
4th Friday of the month
(THIS MONTH: Mar. 24th, 2023}
9 am – 10 pm
10 West 35th St.
Chicago, Illinois 60616
9:00 am – 10:00 pm
To submit a request to join the CAB or Harm Reduction In Prisons Coalition please send request to info@transformingreentry.org.
In your request email please submit: name, employer (if applicable), email and 2-3 sentences of why you would like to join.
We will review all requests and approve appropriate requests to join, you will receive an email relaying the decision on your request.
Illinois Community Supportive Services and Referrals Directory
A statewide guide of services for people leaving prison of jail.
Illinois Community Supportive Services and Referrals Directory
A statewide guide of services for people leaving prison of jail.
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Funders & Partnerships
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