Identity work and stigma: Understanding job seeking for people formerly in prison
Probation Journal: The Journal of Community and Criminal Justice
Published online on October 07, 2025
Abstract
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This study examines how 22 male parolees navigate the job search process using adaptive identity strategies. Anticipating stigma tied to their criminal records, they reconcile identity meanings and construct possible professional selves to manage employer ...
This study examines how 22 male parolees navigate the job search process using adaptive identity strategies. Anticipating stigma tied to their criminal records, they reconcile identity meanings and construct possible professional selves to manage employer ...