From Barriers to Business – Beyond CIC.
We are Beyond CIC
Beyond CIC: Empowering Ex-Offenders Through Entrepreneurship.
At Beyond CIC, we believe in second chances and new beginnings. Our mission is to support ex-offenders in rebuilding their lives by providing the tools, skills, and confidence needed to start their own businesses
Workshops
Web Development
Copy Writing
Google My Business
Business Development
What We Offer
Our hands-on workshops and mentorship programs help participants develop essential business skills, including:
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Canva Workshops – Create professional designs for branding and marketing. -
Business Plans – Develop a clear, actionable roadmap for your venture. -
Business Registration Setup – Navigate the legal process of establishing your business. -
Web Design Classes – Build a functional, visually appealing website. -
Google My Business – Increase your online presence and connect with customers. -
Business Drop-in Clinics – Get one-on-one guidance and expert advice to support your business journey.
Together, we can build a future beyond the past.
Our Commitment
For individuals who have been out of incarceration for no more than three years, we offer a completely free entrepreneurship program designed to break barriers and create opportunities. We understand the challenges of reintegration, and our goal is to provide the support needed to turn aspirations into successful enterprises.
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The people we help
At Beyond CIC, we support both men and women aged 18 to 65 who have faced the challenges of incarceration and are now ready to rebuild their lives. The individuals we help come from diverse backgrounds and have served sentences for a variety of offenses, yet they all share a common goal—to reintegrate into society and create a positive future. They have been deemed fit to re-enter public life but often struggle with barriers to employment, education, and financial independence. Through our entrepreneurship programs, workshops, and mentorship, we provide them with the tools, confidence, and opportunities needed to start their own businesses, regain independence, and contribute meaningfully to their communities. At Beyond CIC, we believe that the past does not define the future, and with the right support, anyone can transform their life.
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