David Barclay became eligible for early parole after nearly 20 years of incarceration but lacked confidence about finding employment. The Homeless Initiative-backed LA:RISE program at WDACS, in partnership with the Southeast LA AJCC and Center for Employment Opportunities, helped him with job applications. He is currently working in a Recovery home as a client aide for Christ Centered Ministries, studying for a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work at LA Trade Tech, and aspiring to a Master’s Degree.
