Watch this video from the John Jay College Institute for Justice and Opportunity about their new publication, "Getting the Record Straight" - all about how to navigate background checks and answer the "conviction question."
This guide aims to dispel myths about employment opportunities that discourage those with prior convictions from seeking employment in a variety of fields. From the abstract: "The guides are designed specifically for... anyone with a conviction record who is interested in pursuing a license in any of the 25, high-demand occupations and professions."