Larry Miller's Remarkable Story of Resilience and Redemption is a testament to the transformative power of education and second chances. From his upbringing in West Philly to his involvement in gang life, Miller's journey took a tragic turn when he committed a crime at 16, resulting in imprisonment. However, while incarcerated, he seized the opportunity to pursue education, earning his GED and eventually becoming valedictorian. Determined to rewrite his story, Miller pursued higher education and later rose to prominence as Chairman of Nike’s Jordan brand.

Despite concealing his past for years, he found the courage to share his journey in his book, "Jump: My Secret Journey from the Streets to the Boardroom." In his insightful podcast interview with Orijin co-founder Arti Finn, Miller advocates for systemic change in supporting justice-impacted individuals through education and reintegration programs. His story serves as a powerful reminder of the potential for redemption and the importance of creating opportunities for all to thrive. Listen to the podcast for more on his inspiring journey.

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Warren Allen's story exemplifies the power of education and resilience for justice-impacted individuals. From navigating the challenges of incarceration to spearheading initiatives like The Truth Group, Warren's dedication to learning transformed lives. The introduction of Orijin's tablets and learning platform not only enhanced access to education but also equipped individuals like Warren with vital tech and workforce development skills. Now, as a Campaign Associate with the Citizen Project, Warren's commitment to justice reform continues to make a lasting impact. In this inspiring podcast, learn about Warren's journey from Orijin learner to a leader helping the justice-impacted

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In this episode of Second Chances @ Work, meet Saulina Eady, and learn about her powerful journey from incarceration to empowerment with the help of Orijin.

Serving a four-year sentence in a Baltimore prison during the pandemic, Saulina faced trauma being separated from her children and lacking access to education and resources. Introduced to Orijin in a Washington DC jail, Saulina found hope and purpose through its educational platform, completing 24 certificate programs. Despite initial job rejections due to her criminal record, Saulina persisted, ultimately securing employment with LA County.

Orijin's free access to education empowered Saulina and others to better themselves without financial burden. This podcast emphasizes the importance of education and skill-building for incarcerated individuals to break the cycle of incarceration and reintegrate into society successfully. Saulina advocates for recognizing the potential of justice-impacted individuals and providing opportunities for their rehabilitation and contribution to society.

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