Televerde Foundation, Inc.

About Televerde Foundation

Every year, more than 80,000 women are released from prison in the United States, many returning home with limited employment opportunities and enormous barriers to rebuilding their lives.

Televerde Foundation exists to change that.

Founded in 2020, Televerde Foundation equips currently and formerly incarcerated women with the personal and professional development they need to successfully transition out of prison, reunite with their families, and reintegrate into their communities.

Our mission is to provide currently and formerly incarcerated women with the personal and professional development programs necessary to successfully join and advance in the global workforce.

Through workforce development, mentorship, and career training, we help women build the confidence, skills, and opportunities needed to create lasting change for themselves, their families, and their communities.

Why This Work Matters

Women are the fastest-growing segment of the incarcerated population, yet reentry resources designed specifically for women remain limited.

Televerde Foundation programs focus on building self-efficacy — the belief in one’s ability to succeed — a critical factor in reducing recidivism and helping women establish stable, independent lives.

When women succeed after incarceration, families heal, children gain stability, and communities grow stronger.

Our Impact

Since launching in 2020, Televerde Foundation has supported hundreds of women as they prepare for life after incarceration.

Our results demonstrate the ripple effect of second chances:

• 1,399 individuals enrolled in PATHS programs since inception
• 821 graduates released from incarceration
• 94% employment rate among released participants
• 2.8% recidivism rate, demonstrating program effectiveness
• $36,000 average starting salary

These outcomes show that when women are given the tools and support they need, the impact extends far beyond one individual — strengthening families and future generations.

What Our Community Says

"Employability while in prison gave me back the self-worth and independence that I lost as a result of my incarceration. Televerde's commitment to reentry enabled me to secure a high-paying professional position in technology after my release."
— Vivian N., Program Graduate

"AWS believes in the power of skills training to positively change lives. We are proud to support Televerde Foundation's efforts to empower women with access to training and career support."
— Maggie Carter, AWS Social Impact Global Lead

Where We Work

Televerde Foundation launched in Arizona and has expanded into Indiana, where workforce development centers now serve incarcerated women each year.

By partnering with correctional systems and industry leaders, we are creating pathways to employment and long-term success for women returning home from incarceration.