In the News - Second Chance Day 2025

On April 24, 2025, Time Served and other members of the South Carolina Justice Partners hosted Second Chance Day at the South Carolina State House in Columbia, SC. Executive Director Allison Elder spoke during the coalition's press conference.

“We hope this day will encourage more collaboration between local communities, non-profits, and system partners,” said Executive Director Allison Elder. “We want to turn barriers to reentry into opportunities for a second chance for South Carolinians, and we believe our community is safer when we do so.”

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South Carolina is one of 24 states that recognizes April as Second Chance Month.