The Araminta Ross Foundation
Prison to Productivity: DBT-Based Model Addressing Societal Stigma Through Employment
A DBT-based intervention that helps formerly incarcerated individuals process societal stigma, build emotional regulation, and sustain employment through structured psychological skill-building and employer-aligned supports.
People returning from incarceration face persistent societal stigma that undermines emotional regulation, workplace stability, and long-term employment outcomes. Prison to Productivity is a DBT-based psychological intervention that treats stigma as a barrier to workforce success. The model equips participants with evidence-based skills to process rejection, manage stress, and navigate workplace dynamics while aligning with employer needs. The intended result is improved job retention, reduced workplace conflict, and sustainable employment pathways for returning individuals.
Primary Barrier
Bias and Toxic Workplace Culture
Location
California
Solution Region
Pacific
Community Type
Urban
Annual Operating Budget
Less than $1 Million
