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        Men and Women
      of
       Purpose

                A Second Chance
              At A First Class Life

  

ABOUT MWP

Our Mission

Men and Women of Purpose

Our mission is to rebuild individuals and families by reducing recidivism, addressing social and economic barriers, and creating safe, healthy, and whole communities. We empower individuals, families, and communities to be self-sufficient and productive, taking responsibility over their lives and restoring resilience, pride, and purpose. 

The vision of this program is to lead the nation by:

We envision a racially just world where recidivism does not exist, families are strong, resources are equitable, and communities are full of care and love.​

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REENTRY SERVICES

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JAIL TO COMMUNITY

Contra Costa County Reentry alignment program under the Office of the Sheriffs Department and in partnership with the Office of Reentry and Justice

CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT GRANT

CALCRG. The war on drugs under the Governors Office of Economic Development. In partnership with Workforce Development of Contra Costa County

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WEST COUNTY MENTORING

West County support program to self-sufficiency under the Office of Reentry and Justice. In partnership with Contra Costa County Network

PARENTAL SERVICES NAVIGATION INNOVATION GRANT

 Addresses the critical needs of incarcerated women to regain visitation with their children under the Office of Reentry and Justice. In partnership with Contra Costa County Network

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Since 2011, Men and Women of Purpose (MWP) has provided re-entry services for community members making the transition from jail to community. These services begin in the County jails where MWP mentors develop relationships with men and women while they are incarcerated. These relationships of trust and empathy are the key to helping people re-enter society and build new lives. Some people have been incarcerated for years and never learned to drive a car, never had a bank account or held a significant job. It is not unusual on any day of the week for MWP to bring someone home to the community who is released from jail after many years of incarceration. This is what we do.

In the absence of a fully functioning “safety net” system, service providers such as MWP are an essential piece of the puzzle of re-entry. As a community-based organization founded and led by recovering addicts and formerly incarcerated persons, MWP is uniquely positioned to provide the support to ensure the success of returning citizens and rebuild the community.

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MEET OUR TEAM

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Brandon Evans

Cheif Executive Officer

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Ivory Mitchell

Cheif Operations Officer

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Frank Hancock

Life Skills Mentor Director

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Cedric Winston

Jail to Community Manager

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Mircalla Robinson

Administrative Assistant

West County Office

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Kimberly Loyola

Administrative Assistant

East County Office

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Carey Hardamon

Senior Staff Mentor

West County Office

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Rena Hurley

Reentry Mentor for Women

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Marquetis Mourning

Reentry Mentor for Men

East County Office

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Doug McKoy

SUD Counselor

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Board Member

Pastor Ulis Redic

​Ulis G. Redic has served as the senior pastor of the Mount Zion Baptist Church of Richmond since 1997. He grew up in Central and South Richmond enjoying a closely knitted family and community while participating in church activities, scouting and playing sports. He has served on the Contra Costa County Alcohol and Other Drugs Advisory Board, worked to ensure employment rights and practices as an employee in the Diversity Programs and Labor Relations Departments of Contra Costa and Alameda Counties. He serves as President of the Baptist Ministers’ Conference of Richmond and Vicinity. Ulis earned a public administration degree from the University of San Francisco and a theological degree from the Golden State School of Theology.

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Board Member

McKinley Williams

McKinley Williams was born in San Francisco and raised in Richmond. He attended San Francisco State University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in counseling. He later attended the University of Colorado Boulder, earning a master’s degree in clinical psychology. He spent the early part of his career teaching and working as a counselor before working in educational leadership. Prior to his presidency, he was appointed to the position of Dean of Instruction at College of Alameda and later served as the Dean of Instruction at Merritt College. Mack then served as President of Contra Costa Community College for 6 years until his retirement in 2012. When he retired, he was considered to be one of the most progressive educators in the community college movement.

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Board Member

Derek Jackson SR

BIO coming soon

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Board Member

Claudia Peters

Claudia Peters is a retired administrative professional with over 20 years of experience working in fast-paced environments that demand strong organizational, technical, and interpersonal skills.  She is ethical, trustworthy and discreet.  Claudia is confident and poised in interactions with individuals at all levels. Claudia is a team player.  She has excellent communication skills, problem resolution abilities, all while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality. Claudia enjoys studying family history and visitng museums and art galleries.

SUCCESS STORIES

Christopher Nealy's Success Story

Marcus Rogan's Involvement with MWP

Shyrome Hardamon's Success Story

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MWP EVENTS

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Richmond Chamber of Commerce Gala

Turkey Giveaway

Community Social Event in San Francisco

Mens Support Group

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Community Outreach Event Nicholas Park

MWP Graduation

Mentor Mentee Bowling Night

MWP and Contra Costa College Collaboration

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Mentor Mentee Outing

 Hygiene Pack Donation

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MWP Ferry Boat Cruise San Francisco Bay

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MWP Ferry Boat Cruise San Francisco Bay

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MWP DONATION PAGE

Thanks to supporters like you, we'll be able to continue our work to 1) Connect our program participants to critical housing, employment and health services 2) Provide peer mentors to assist program participants with achieving their reentry goals  3) Create safe healthy and whole communities by reducing recidivism in Contra Costa County.

 

Your donation will go toward the area of our mission that is needed the most. Thank you for partnering with us in doing this transformative work! 

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Men and Women of Purpose

West County Office: 

120 Broadway Suite 21

Richmond CA, 94804

Phone: (510) 768-8004

East County Office: 

2219 Buchanan Road

Antioch CA, 94509

Phone: (925) 481-2281

The strength in Men And Women of Purpose is that we are led by a team of men and women who have suffered and been tempted in life. Because of our own suffering and recovery, we are able to help those who are suffering and tempted by drugs, alcohol and incarceration.

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