Housing & Shelter
Unlock NYC
Citywide
Online tools and peer support for people facing housing discrimination because they use rental vouchers (CityFHEPS, Section 8, FHEPS, HASA); helps document and report discrimination and connects to agencies.
Education Justice Project (EJP) - Mapping Your Future: National Edition
What they offer
A free national reentry guide including information on housing, employment, healthcare, substance use, and more. The guide is broken into four sections including: (1) Before You Leave, (2) Once You’re Out, (3) Healing and Moving Forward, and (4) The Reentry Directory.
Who can get help
See website.
How to start
Currently incarcerated or detained people can write or call to request a free printed copy.
Details change, so call ahead to confirm hours and eligibility.
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