NJ Reentry Corporation Featured in Out In Jersey Profile of Chairman Jim McGreevey
Article explores McGreevey’s work advancing reentry services and supporting LGBTQ+ individuals affected by incarceration.
October 30, 2026
The New Jersey Reentry Corporation (NJRC) and its Chairman, former Governor Jim McGreevey, are featured in a recent article published by Out In Jersey, titled “McGreevey’s Second Act.” The profile examines McGreevey’s work leading NJRC and the organization’s commitment to helping individuals rebuild their lives after incarceration, addiction treatment, and other challenging circumstances.
Founded by McGreevey in 2014, NJRC provides comprehensive reentry services to individuals returning from state prison and county jail, people recovering from addiction, and veterans returning from combat. Its integrated approach includes behavioral health and addiction treatment, housing assistance, workforce development, job training, employment placement, and ongoing case management.
The article highlights McGreevey’s belief that successful reentry requires more than employment opportunities and practical resources. Individuals also need stability, meaningful connections, access to healthcare, and a supportive community as they work toward rebuilding their lives.
The profile also explores the intersection of LGBTQ+ experiences and the challenges of reentry. LGBTQ+ individuals who have experienced incarceration can face additional barriers, including stigma, discrimination, and limited access to appropriate support. NJRC works to address these challenges by supporting LGBTQ+ individuals both inside correctional facilities and as they transition back into their communities.
Through its programs and partnerships, NJRC continues to work toward removing barriers to employment, improving access to essential services, and creating opportunities for individuals to achieve long-term stability and independence.
The Out In Jersey feature offers a closer look at McGreevey’s continued commitment to public service and NJRC’s mission of providing individuals with the resources and support needed for a second chance.
Source: Spencer Watson, Out In Jersey, “McGreevey’s Second Act,” published October 25, 2026.