RED is a Georgia domestic public charity nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation focused on pre-trial diversion to help #stoprecidivism in youth offenders.
RED (Rehabilitation Enables Dreams) is a Georgia domestic public charity nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation. At RED, we engineer rehabilitation programs for pre and post adjudication first-time, nonviolent, youthful offenders. RED rehabilitative programs enhance the employment potential of individuals with a criminal record while emphasizing the safekeeping of our communities. Our mission is to incre
06/12/2025
One of our favorite events every year is joining the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office to have an open discussion about law enforcement and their role in society. This creates a safe space for our participants to ask questions and to get to know the officers that help to protect our community!
06/05/2025
Month 5: Bridging the Gap
Defense Attorney Nicole Moorman stopped by and taught our participants all about the Rule of Law and how to better understand your rights! Knowing your rights when interacting with law enforcement is critical in better understanding the system and how to protect yourself, as well as those around you!
04/30/2025
Your favorite dynamic duo took on the Second Chance Summit in honor of April being Second Chance Month!
The Second Chance Summit helps to spread the word about to importance of second chances and how this benefits society as whole in addition to system-impacted individuals! RED is honored to have been a part of this educational event and we can't wait to go back next year!
04/23/2025
Second 👏 Chances 👏 Matter 👏
It is with great pride that we announce RED's very own Board of Directors member, Ladji Ruffin, graduated from Mercer University!
Ladji has been an integral part of the RED team for years and has passionately advocated for second chances for previously incarcerated individuals. Showing that statistics mean nothing when met with compassion, empathy, and education, Ladji graduated from Mercer University after being incarcerated for 23 years. When asked about future plans, this is what Ladji had to say:
"I am passionate about creating programs that support individuals who are navigating the criminal justice system, especially those who also face mental health challenges and substance misuse. I am committed to developing classes and initiatives that help these individuals, as well as creating resources that will better prepare families to feel welcome."
Please join us in congratulating Ladji on this well-earned achievement in the comments!
04/14/2025
It is with great honor and pleasure that we announce that our very own Zeus Luby has been promoted to Executive Director of RED! Zeus has been a vital part of our team and a backbone for years now. You love him, we love him, and we know that everyone will be cheering for Zeus as he integrates into his new role. We could not be more excited to watch Zeus take on this role and continue to fight in our mission to stop recidivism!
During the month of April we have continued our discussion on emotional intelligence!
For EQ2, we focus specifically on identifying and navigating emotional signs in other people and how this helps to cultivate deeper, more meaningful relationships with those around us.
🔴 RED is not only community, but family 🔴
The month of March and April is dedicated to emotional intelligence in our twelve-month program. Recognizing your feelings, what triggers them and how to successfully manage them is key!
Drop below your tips on how you recognize and manage your emotions ⬇
02/28/2025
Month ✌ is a wrap!
Our participants were introduced to their mentors and had the opportunity to get to know them a little better! Additionally, we helped participants sign up for GED enrollment and set educational goals!
01/31/2025
🔴 Month 1: Orientation + Personal Assessments 🔴
Getting to know our participants and gaining their trust is a critical part of our program!
01/21/2025
New year, same mission 💯
RED is dedicated to keeping people out of the criminal justice system - permanently - through programs that enhance the social, civic, financial, and digital literacy of individuals referred to court.
01/02/2025
And that's a wrap on 2024! 🎇
Our hearts are full from the year we've had and we look forward to the new year! Cheers to a new class of participants and to lowering the recidivism rate 💯
"Life if truly about how you respond to adversity."
We are pleased to present to you the graduating class of 2024 🎓
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