Innovative Reentry Solutions Jacksonville
Founded in 2021 in Jacksonville, the National Association of Reentry Professionals leads transformative efforts in reentry and rehabilitation. Offering workshops, vocational training, and advocacy initiatives, they strive for systemic change. Inspire impact and connect for support at (855) 627-7111 or [email protected].
Holistic Empowerment for Systemic Change
Through an authentic volunteer-driven leadership, NARP fosters genuine community connections while addressing reentry challenges holistically. Our comprehensive approach and federal recognitions support transformative reentry experiences, ensuring justice-impacted voices shape impactful policies and services, leading to widespread systemic improvement and empowerment.
Inspired Leadership Transforming Lives
Rosetta Pace Taylor's vision for NARP emerged from her diverse experiences in corrections and social work. Her journey from a federal corrections officer to a formidable advocate underscores a commitment to dismantling systemic obstacles. NARP's creation is a testament to resilience, making tangible the promise of genuine reintegration for thousands nationwide.
Meet Our Leaders
Discover the individuals who drive our vision forward, crafting pathways for successful community reintegration through leadership, dedication, and innovative reentry solutions.
Rosetta P. Taylor
Executive Director
Rosetta P. Taylor is a visionary leader transforming the reentry landscape. With advanced degrees in Health Administration and Social ...
Margaret L. Johnson
Director Of Operations
Margaret L. Johnson is NARP's backbone, ensuring smooth operations. With her extensive experience, she's vital in expanding our ...
Jessica Wylie
Vendor Support Specialist
Jessica Wylie drives impactful collaborations to build support systems for vendors. Her dedication to ensuring that each ...
Keri Svendsen, MS
Clinical Coordinator
Keri Svendsen is a compassionate advocate with a Master’s degree who navigates complex clinical challenges. As Clinical Coordinator, ...
Shaneka Jones
Director, Reentry Advocacy
Shaneka Jones champions the advocacy for reentry, focusing on eliminating barriers for individuals post-incarceration. Her ...
Meet Our Board of Directors
Guiding our mission with strategic oversight and unwavering commitment, our Board of Directors brings diverse expertise and leadership to support impactful reentry initiatives and long-term community success.
Oswald Newbold, II
President of the Board of Directors - Riviera Beach, FL
Nichole Landrum, FCCM
Vice-President of the Board of Directors - Tallahassee, Florida
Noel Vest, Ph. D.
Dorchester, MA
Kevin Eason
Pensacola, Florida
Chair, Marketing Committee
Sylvester Joshua Harden-Givens
Jacksonville, Florida
Chair, Membership Committee
Lori Rothchild-Ansaldi
Los Angeles, California
Melinda Heim, MSN
Pensacola, Florida
Sandra Smith. Ph. D.
Kyle, Texas
Ian Bick
Danbury, CT
Chair, Social Media Committe
Shon Holman-Wheatley, Ed. S.
Johnson City, Tennessee
Chair, Professional Development Committee
Jaianna Seaborne, Esq
Hollywood, Florida
Natasha Garcia, BA, CPSW, CCSS
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Our Mission
The mission of NARP is to build a robust national network of skilled reentry advocates with the expertise and access to resources needed for culturally responsive, trauma-informed, equitable, holistic, collaborative, comprehensive reentry planning and service delivery for individuals and communities that is built on respect and human dignity.
Our Commitment
The National Association of Reentry Professionals is dedicated to:
• Providing culturally responsive professional services to our racial and ethnic group members including Black, Hispanic, and Latino people, Native American and other Indigenous peoples of North America (Alaska Native, Eskimo, and Aleut), Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to address racial and economic inequality and trauma in the justice/reentry system.
• Empowering the voices of returning citizens and their families by centering their perspectives and input in decision-making as equal partners in reentry planning and implementation processes.
• Assuring persons with lived experience are in critical leadership positions in the organization including the president of the NARP Board of Directors.
• Enhancing the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of pre- and post-release reentry services by addressing challenges, overcoming obstacles, and demanding equity and accountability.
• Acting as an Intermediary Organization on behalf of our members to provide opportunities for funding, network support, facilitated growth and advancement, and performance management, read more.]
• Working with our members to close service gaps for reentrants from the point of incarceration through post-release supervision and beyond by ensuring holistic and comprehensive system approach.
• We place lived experience at the core of our work and also adhere to evidence based and best practices, ensuring that science, research and lived experience drive planning, design, development, and implementation processes for comprehensive community and individual reentry plans.
• Hosting annual conferences and recurring training events to Educate, Collaborate, and Inspire others, driving ongoing enhancement in successful reintegration practices.
• Honoring and celebrating the outstanding contributions of reentry professionals and advocates through awards and recognition.
• Establishing a national benchmark for excellence in reentry services, which promotes the highest quality performance among reentry professionals.
Our Values
The National Association of Reentry Professionals believes in:
Acceptance * Accountability * Adaptability * Authenticity * Balance* Clarity * Collaboration * Compassion * Confidence * Consistency * Courage * Dependability * Determination * Diversity * Empathy * Enthusiasm * Equality * Fairness Growth * Generosity * Happiness * Hardwork * Honesty * Humility * Humor * Improvement * Ingenuity * Innovation * Integrity * Kindness * Leadership * Optimism * Open-mindedness * Persistence * Quality * Recognition * Relationships * Reliability * Respect * Responsibility * Security * Stability * Success * Sustainability * Teamwork * Tenacity * Transparency * Trustworthiness * Willingness