County commissioners unanimously voted last week to create Oklahoma County Criminal Justice Authority, a trust to oversee the Oklahoma County jail’s operations and finances. They also appointed trustees, including District 3 commissioner Kevin Calvey. While there are still many questions about how the jail trust will work, whether the sheriff’s office will continue operating the […]
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Cooking dreams
Deborah Palmer and Joby Johnson were two of 10 incarcerated Oklahomans who found hope and healing in the kitchen this fall. The duo participated in culinary classes provided by Oklahoma City-based nonprofit organization TEEM, The Education and Employment Ministry, at 1501 N. Classen Blvd. Since 1987, TEEM has assisted those recovering from addiction or reentering […]
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With the community’s help, a local nonprofit ensures children of incarcerated parents feel love during the holidays
With the community’s help, a local nonprofit ensures children of incarcerated parents feel love during the holidays.
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A coalition is reassessing how the state treats low-level offenders
Oklahomans for Criminal Justice Reform is working to change laws for low-level offenders in the state and better fund rehabilitation programs.
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Incarcerated women get a second chance through TEEM
Local organizations work together to offer female inmates training so they can succeed after they are released.
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TEEM effort
TEEM gave away more than 1,000 toiletry items last year — everything from denture tablets to deodorant — to those who needed them most. This year, the organization looks to build on that success and continue equipping students with the tools necessary to gain employment and break cycles of poverty. With partners Allegiance Credit Union, […]
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TEEM player
Kris Steele at a TEEM graduation Credit: Mark Hancock Since November, he has led The Education and Employment Ministry (TEEM) as its executive director. Founded in 1987, the Oklahoma City-based nonprofit began as a support center for men battling substance abuse, but now focuses on providing free education and job placement services to men and […]
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Fore a good cause
Bring your golf clubs out for good — a good cause, that is. On Thursday, the Oklahoma Association for Justice will partner with The Education and Employment Ministry (TEEM) to host the second annual charity golf tournament, Tee Off for TEEM. TEEM is a nonprofit that works to reduce poverty, homelessness and unemployment in Oklahoma. […]