New Move Academy
Your NEW MOVE starts here.
Building skills. Creating pathways. Changing lives.
New Move is a workforce readiness and skills training program designed for justice-impacted individuals seeking sustainable employment, economic mobility, and long-term stability. Rooted in lived experience, liberation, and accountability, the Academy equips participants with practical skills, career pathways, and the confidence to make their next move toward independence and success.
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New Move Academy is powered by Leveled Up Reentry, ensuring participants receive holistic, trauma-informed support that addresses real-life barriers to employment.
Our Mission
To prepare justice-impacted individuals for meaningful employment by providing hands-on training, career development, and wraparound support.
Who We Serve
Training pathways may include:
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Moving, hauling, and logistics
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Cleaning and facility services
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Culinary and food service support
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Landscaping and grounds maintenance
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Construction-adjacent and labor-based roles
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We prioritize BIPOC individuals and those historically excluded from traditional employment pipelines.
Program Focus Areas
Participants receive training and support in:
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Workforce Readiness
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Resume development & interview preparation
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Workplace expectations & professional communication
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Time management, accountability, and job retention skills
Industry-Based Training
Training pathways may include:
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Transportation & logistics
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Janitorial
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Customer service
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Construction-adjacent and labor-based roles
(Training pathways evolve based on community and employer needs.)
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Life & Liberation Skills
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Financial literacy & income planning
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Navigating reentry systems
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Goal setting & personal development
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Leadership, self-advocacy, and confidence building
What Makes New Move Academy Different
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Lived-Experience Led: Designed and facilitated by people who have navigated reentry themselves
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Trauma-Informed: We recognize the impact of incarceration and systemic harm
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Employment-Centered: Training leads directly to job opportunities and paid work experience
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Holistic Support: Participants receive coaching, mentorship, and referrals to supportive services.