Feb 285 min read

They Don't Know Anyone in Prison But Are Still Spreading Empathy as Pen Pals

In a world of instant access, one timeless method of connection often forgotten by those outside of prison walls, is the pen pal.

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The Power Of Letters Helped Bring A Father & Son Out Of The Ashes: Success After Prison

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Feb 23 min read

The Power Of Letters Helped Bring A Father & Son Out Of The Ashes: Success After Prison

The right letter at the right time, can make all the difference in a person's life. I know this from experience.

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Delta Joins Flikshop in Supporting Families Affected by Incarceration in Third Year of Collaboration

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Jan 92 min read

Delta Joins Flikshop in Supporting Families Affected by Incarceration in Third Year of Collaboration

For the third year in a row, Delta Air Lines is collaborating with Flikshop Angels to purchase Flikshop credits that are donated to families

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Community Family Life Services Displays Compassion in Washington, DC Communities

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Nov 17, 20233 min read

Community Family Life Services Displays Compassion in Washington, DC Communities

In a world often marred by challenges and hardships, CFLS shines as a beacon of hope and compassion right in our own Flikshop neighborhood.

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From Formerly Incarcerated to CEO of a Washington, DC Startup

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Nov 10, 20232 min read

From Formerly Incarcerated to CEO of a Washington, DC Startup

Participating in the Flikshop School of Business Cohort was arguably one of the top five best experiences throughout my entire life!

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AWS Leverages Flikshop App to Create Empathy and Reach Inside Prison Walls

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Nov 7, 20235 min read

AWS Leverages Flikshop App to Create Empathy and Reach Inside Prison Walls

An act of love and inclusion occurred this month when AWS Global Inclusion Ambassadors held a Moment of Empathy Team Event with Flikshop.

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Why DC Must Prioritize Building Trust in our Communities

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Oct 23, 20233 min read

Why DC Must Prioritize Building Trust in our Communities

To promote healing, law enforcement agencies must seek practices that foster trust between them and the communities they serve.

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Arlington County Detention Center Brings Entrepreneurship Program to Incarcerated Residents

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Oct 11, 20233 min read

Arlington County Detention Center Brings Entrepreneurship Program to Incarcerated Residents

Our Flikshop School of Business team was excited for the chance to instill hope in the form of education in Arlington's Detention Center.

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How Flikshop's Entrepreneurship Program Supports Returning Citizens

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Oct 3, 20232 min read

How Flikshop's Entrepreneurship Program Supports Returning Citizens

Our Flikshop School of Business scholar, Tyrell Frierson, does a blog takeover & shares an insider's look at our first week of FSB bootcamp.

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Philadelphia Non-Profit, Why Not Prosper, Wants to Help Returning Citizens Build Their Personal and

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Sep 14, 20233 min read

Philadelphia Non-Profit, Why Not Prosper, Wants to Help Returning Citizens Build Their Personal and

In Aug. Flikshop School of Business instructors traveled from MD to Philadelphia to host workshops with local non profit, Why Not Prosper?

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Washington, DC Non-Profits are Unlocking Opportunities for Returning Citizens

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Sep 8, 20233 min read

Washington, DC Non-Profits are Unlocking Opportunities for Returning Citizens

As the Relationship Manager at Flikshop, the summer of 2023 was awesome as I visited several social justice organizations located in the DMV

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Press Release: Flikshop Selected for Amazon Web Services (AWS) Health Equity Initiative

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Sep 7, 20232 min read

Press Release: Flikshop Selected for Amazon Web Services (AWS) Health Equity Initiative

Flikshop will receive computing credits and technical expertise from Amazon Web Services for their work to reduce recidivism in the US.

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These Men Want to Show Prince George's County That They Still Matter.

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Aug 23, 20233 min read

These Men Want to Show Prince George's County That They Still Matter.

The Flikshop School of Business team visited Capitol Heights, MD to offer educational support to a local transitional shelter for men.

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Flikshop Joins Local Returning Citizens Summit in Prince George's County, Maryland

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May 8, 20234 min read

Flikshop Joins Local Returning Citizens Summit in Prince George's County, Maryland

Themed around "Creating Culture" and storytelling, Flikshop CEO, Marcus Bullock delivered keynote address at local Reentry Summit.

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Flikshop School of Business Collaborates with The WIRE DC

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Apr 25, 20233 min read

Flikshop School of Business Collaborates with The WIRE DC

The Flikshop School of Business hosted a workshop for The WIRE DC network at Flikshop HQ. These women generated an incredible discussion!

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Corporate Social Responsibility Includes Investing in Black Entrepreneurs

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Apr 17, 20234 min read

Corporate Social Responsibility Includes Investing in Black Entrepreneurs

By investing in Black entrepreneurs, companies create an inclusive and equitable society, and support the growth and impact of businesses.

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Flikshop Introduces Tech Skills to Returning Citizens with Google Partnership

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Feb 28, 20233 min read

Flikshop Introduces Tech Skills to Returning Citizens with Google Partnership

Flikshop partners with Google and Free Minds Book Club to introduce returning citizens to tech skills.

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Flikshop uses Data to Connect Families, Banks, and Airlines to Incarcerated People with AWS

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Dec 28, 20221 min read

Flikshop uses Data to Connect Families, Banks, and Airlines to Incarcerated People with AWS

Flikshop partners with Amazon Web Services to deliver tech that will reduce recidivism in the US.

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Press Release: Flikshop Joins Google Program

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Dec 19, 20223 min read

Press Release: Flikshop Joins Google Program

Flikshop partners with Google to Offer Digital Skills Training courses to people impacted by incarceration.

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