Hope Commission's graduation takes stylish turn – a fashion show with #SpreadHope apparel

Each year, the Wilmington Hope Commission Reentry Court graduation includes remarks from graduates, politicians, and professionals in health, corrections and law enforcement. This year’s graduation took an unexpected and stylish twist.

Models graced an illuminated catwalk for a fashion show. The show unveiled the Hope Commission’s new fashion brand designed by one of its recent graduates.

Isaiah Cleveland, a past Hope Commission graduate, founded the Workhorse clothing line. He received a $5,000 small business grant from the Wilmington Hope Commission, funded by Capital One.

"We designed all the polo shirts for the Reentry Court guys," Cleveland said in a statement. #SpreadHope apparel is available at www.workhorseclothingshop.com .

The Hope Commission provides rehabilitative programs to support high-risk men reentering Delaware’s most distressed communities after prison. Their services target recidivism factors using research-informed solutions.

The graduation ceremony marked the 10th anniversary of the Reentry Court program. Over the past 18 months, the Hope Commission has expanded throughout Delaware with new initiatives, including the Dover Hope Zone, a women’s reentry program at St. Francis Hospital and supportive housing for reentry program participants.

The Reentry Court is a collaboration between the Delaware Department of Correction, the Department of Health and Social Services, Superior Court and the Hope Commission. Together, they provide a comprehensive, evidence-based reentry programs.

You can c ontact Anitra Johnson at ajohnson@delawareonline.com .

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