AFSFI

Our Mission

We help first-time, at risk and nonviolent young adult offenders to achieve a new and fresh start in life in the Tidewater Virginia area so they can become productive citizens; a transformational change that will alleviate recidivism
AFSFI

Our Vision

To reduce recidivism and enhance the quality of life for at risk individuals, first time and nonviolent offenders.
About Us

A Fresh Start Freedom Initiative

Our Vision is to reduce recidivism and enhance the quality of life for at risk individuals, first time and nonviolent offenders.

Provide Housing

Self Awareness

Spiritual Education

Substance Abuse

Filling the Gap

Meeting the Needs

A FRESH START FREEDOM INITIATIVE (AFSFI) is meeting a longstanding need to reduce recidivism by providing first time, at risk and nonviolent young adult offenders opportunities to a quality and transformational life through educational programs including  job training, employment, literacy, and much more.  We are filling a significant gap by building stronger relationships among families and law enforcement in communities, reducing incarcerations and criminal behaviors in communities.
Educational Programs

The Transformation
Process

Meeting the Needs

Fatherhood Initiative

Literacy Support

Job Placement and Training

Advocacy Program

How Can You Help?

Your tax-deductible donations will help us save and improve lives with scientific, religious, educational, and charitable purposes through a method that works.
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Latest Articles

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A Prisoners Bedroom at
Halden Prison

Norway that has one of the lowest recidivism rates in the world at 20%.
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The Transformative Power of
Restorative Justice

The criminal justice system asks...
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Do Algorithms Make
Sentencing Fair?

Thirty-five states are using algorithms to help judges make better decisions.