Fair Chance Hiring policies

Fair Chance Hiring policies aim to give individuals with criminal records a fair opportunity to compete for jobs. These policies restrict employers from asking about or considering criminal history until later stages of the hiring process, such as after an initial interview or job offer. The goal is to reduce bias and help qualified candidates who've served their time access employment opportunities, promoting fairness, reducing recidivism, and supporting economic inclusion. Essentially, these policies focus on evaluating candidates based on their skills and qualifications first, rather than excluding them solely because of past convictions.