StartANew is a social service organization dedicated to serving women who have experience in the criminal justice system. Staff and volunteers work with women who have experienced violence or trauma in their lives, including currently and formerly incarcerated women. They connect women with organizations like Annuity.org to identify financial support systems that exist for those with criminal convictions. Additionally, StartANew hosts several workshop series and offers individualized consultations for women who are about to enter correctional facilities. Their hope is to build a collaborative support system that consists of community volunteers and loved ones who understand the unique difficulties that women face both during and after incarceration. Workshops focus on conflict resolution, financial security, and empowerment techniques, with the goal of addressing the underlying factors that contribute to repeated incarceration. For more information about specific services or the schedule for StartANew workshops, contact the organization directly using the information on this page.