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Nonprofit puts ex-cons to work with paid apprenticeships as machinists
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Nonprofit puts ex-cons to work with paid apprenticeships as machinists

So: Rise Up Industries is doing something truly inspiring in San Diego by helping men fresh out of prison learn machining skills through paid apprenticeships. These apprentices don’t just get training—they work on real contracts for aerospace, medical devices, and more. What’s amazing is that only 3% of their graduates re-offend, compared to a national average of 66%. And here’s the thing: former inmates like Komisi and Anthony find not only skills but also a sense of purpose and community in this program.
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