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The state of the art of prison entrepreneurship programs in Europe
Most employers do not wish to employ people with a criminal record, which is obviously a major obstacle to the financial autonomy of former prisoners. This is the main reason why recidivism rates are high across Europe, which is not only a waste of human talent, but...
Multiplier Events
The EPEP dissemination campaign has considered the opportunities to raise awareness amongst civil community and NGOs involved in former inmates’ reintegration. Four multiplier events have been carried out to promote the European Prisoners Entrepreneurship Program...
The first edition of the EPEP course is going to start.
Monday, March the 1st, the Italian participants will attend their first class delivered by Infor Elea. Download the flyer here.
Epep Flyer
EPEP Flyer is available. Don't hesitate to download it
STEP #1: Understanding the needs and the context
The objective of the EPEP program is to develop a training for inmates and ex-inmates who wish to become entrepreneurs. Indeed, for ex-inmates, the creation of a company may be the best way to reach a successful professional reintegration. In order to offer the most...
Kick off Meeting
The kick off meeting of the project EPEP took place on 5-6 November 2018 in San Secondo di Pinerolo near Turin. The meeting was hosted by the Italian coordinator INFOR ELEA and brought together all 7 partners. EPEP, which stands for “European Prisoners...
