Who We Are
​Surviving Freedom was founded to support justice-impacted individuals in making successful, sustainable transitions back into society. Built from firsthand experience, the organization understands the overwhelming challenges that returning citizens face, challenges that go far beyond release. From navigating systemic barriers and societal stigma to securing stable employment and adapting to rapidly evolving technology, the road to reintegration can feel nearly impossible without the right support.
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Surviving Freedom exists to change that reality. Its mission is to provide the structure, guidance, and resources necessary for formerly incarcerated individuals to reclaim their lives with dignity and purpose. By focusing on reentry support, workforce readiness, and mentorship, Surviving Freedom works to increase both the success and long-term stability of its participants—while also advocating for the families and children impacted by incarceration.
Who We Are
At Surviving Freedom, we are creating a network of specialists in areas that are experienced and capable of positively impacting our core constituents that are pending or recently released from incarceration. Our key support targets include:
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Mental Health< Counseling
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Social and Fammily Counseling
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Work Opportunity Tax Credit Employment Referrals
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Avoiding Snares Social Media & Technology
Support Needed
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Certified/Licensed Counselors
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Technnology Experts
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Computer Equipment, Hardware and Sofware Donations
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Financial Support for administration, programs, and services.
Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)
What is It?
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a Federal tax credit available to employers for hiring individuals from certain targeted groups who have consistently faced significant barriers to employment.
Former Inmates Are Included.
WOTC applies to former inmates that are hired within one year of release from incarceration. Pending certain qualifiers, employers may receive between $2,400 and $4,000 in tax credits for hiring former inmates.
GEORGIA PRISON POPULATION FACTS
95000+
Residents In Jail
881
Incarcerated Per 100K
2036
AA Incarcerated Per 100K
47000
Residents In Prison System
Source: 2022 Prison Poilicy Initiative. View at https://www.prisonpolicy.org
