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Welcome to the Latest News page of FLTA! Here, you’ll find updates on our programs, partnerships, and the impact we’re making in providing financial wellness, business education, and reentry support for underserved communities in California.
2025 Financial Reentry Training Graduation At Avenal State Prison
Executive Director Clinton Drummer Gives Graduation Speach To Financial Reentry Graduating Classes.
FLTA Graduate Recieves Certificate Of Completion From 15 Week Financial Reentry Training At Avenal State Prison.
FLTA Reentry Panel Provides Graduates With Valuable Insight Into All Areas Of There Reentry Process.
The FLTA Financial Reentry Training Graduation at Avenal State Prison was a powerful and inspiring milestone that celebrated the transformation of 50 dedicated men—two full graduating classes—who completed our 15-week financial reentry program. The event was filled with hope, healing, and celebration as guest speakers like Danny Morrison, producer at 102.3 KJLH and founder of Danny Morrison Media, Katrina Williams, founder of Changing Faces of Homelessness (CFH), and Angel Clark of Stay Out Solutions joined the FLTA team, prison leadership, and program supporters to uplift the graduates. FLTA’s founder delivered a heartfelt speech about the journey and purpose behind the program, while several graduates shared emotional testimonies about how the training shifted their mindset, gave them financial confidence, and turned the fear of reentry into excitement for the future.
The event also featured an empowering reentry panel made up of lived-experience individuals, community program providers, and employment specialists who fielded questions from the graduates about housing, jobs, credit, and navigating life after incarceration. The panel provided practical insight, encouragement, and vital information that left the room energized and full of purpose. Special thank you to Avenal State Prison, all of our partners, guest speakers, and the incredible FLTA team for making this moment possible. Congratulations to all of our graduates—your transformation is just the beginning!
If you’re interested in attending our graduation within the California State Prison, volunteering for employment training, conducting mock interviews, or guest speaking, please contact us at the following info:
Phone: (213)-423-1047 (Ext 1048) Reentry@financialliberationtrainingacademy.org
FLTA Financial Reetry Graduates Of Facility A At Avenal State Prison.
Avenal State Prison And FLTA Graduate Performs 3 Songs For Financial Reentry Graduation That Moved Everyone To Tears.
FLTA Financial Reetry Graduates Of Facility B At Avenal State Prison.
FLTA and multiple organizations latest impact in the state of California’s prison system
Latest CDCR Recidivism Reports Major Reduction In Recidivism
The latest CDCR report on recidivism rates highlights the significant impact that rehabilitative programs are having within California’s prison system, with participants in community-based programs showing a recidivism rate of just 21%, compared to the state average of 42%. This underscores the importance of programs like Financial Liberation Training Academy, which help reduce financial triggers and provide essential skills for successful reentry.
Financial Liberation Featured on 102.3 KJLH
FLTA Executive Director Clinton Drummer was recently featured on 102.3 KJLH Radio Free, where he passionately spoke about the importance of financial literacy and the urgent need for financial awareness within underserved communities. His message highlighted how empowering individuals with knowledge about credit, budgeting, and emotional spending can lead to lasting change—reducing cycles of poverty, incarceration, and homelessness. A huge thank you to 102.3 KJLH, our friend Danny Morrison, and the incredible Dara Starr Tucker for the invitation and continued support. We’re honored to share our mission on platforms that amplify impact and promote financial liberation for all.
JCOD Department Of Los Angeles- Incubation Academy Graduation
JCOD Graduation Cohort 7
FLTA was honored to graduate from the 2025 Incubation Academy, Created by the Juctice, Care And Opportunity Department of Los Angeles
Financial Liberation is beyond proud to partner with JCOD to provide reentry services for returning citizens in Los Angeles County.
FLTA Joins statewide organizations at the state capital
FLTA highlights the importance funding rehabilitative programs
FLTA recently visited the California State Capitol to advocate for continued funding of transformative rehabilitative programs within state prisons. These life-changing classes not only support successful reentry, but also contribute to safer communities by equipping individuals to return as responsible, empowered neighbors.
Pathway Program- Foster Care Youth
The Pathway Youth Employment Program
FLTA is partnering with youth foster care providers in Los Angeles County to expand our Pathway Youth Employment Training for those aging out of the foster care system. Our goal is to prevent homelessness and incarceration by providing these youth with the skills and resources they need to secure immediate employment upon graduation. By equipping them with financial literacy, job readiness training, and emotional intelligence, we aim to empower these young adults to build stable and successful futures.
Latest events Involving FLTA
Executive Director Clinton Deummer and Homeless prevention director Michel Jordan attends JCOD Comunity Event, Uniting multiple organizations that are passionate about helping the community.
Financial Liberation Training Academy Partners With CDCR And JCOD To Provide Financial Reentry Training For Women Fire Fighter Camp 13 In Malibu Ca (Summer 2025)
Financial Liberation Joins forces with After Life Initiative (ALI) to speak about emotional finance and FLTA services for ALI’s orientation of 40 returning citizens.
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