Its important to know your worth, know your skills and have the ability and mindset to stay motivated and keep pushing forward. Accept any challenges and convince yourself that it happened for a reason while also believing that when one door closes another one opens. 

When presented with a challenge its important to take a step back and get a clear picture of other opens or opportunities out there. Its a great time to work on one self while also encouraging self to accept the challenge and explore other options. 

Assuring to set smart goals, attending and completing certifications or workshops to better support your skill set while assuring to actively continue to network. Continuing develop and have a set plan on how to better your skill set and work environment while seeking feedback. 

Understanding the employers values, beliefs, culture and reputation prior to applying with them. It will better help the applicant prep for their upcoming interview. 

Fair chance hiring removes barriers for justice-involved individuals, prohibiting employers from inquiring about criminal history until after a conditional offer is made.

Help students to understand the issue while also helping them to accept and make it easier to come forward with their past will give them the confidence to speak about it and move on.