After the end of slavery, Jim Crow laws were enacted across many states to enforce racial segregation and limit access to resources. Though these laws were overturned, their long-term effects, especially in housing, education, and the legal system, are still felt today. Understanding this history is essential to addressing the structural challenges we face today; and to creating communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. 🔁 Repost for Second Chances #SecondChances #Desistance #NCReentry2030 #InclusiveHiring