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02/11/2025
For the first time in over 25 years, the Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) and Oregon Corrections Enterprises (OCE) have launched a work release program at Warner Creek Correctional Facility (WCCF). This initiative provides AICs with real-world job experience, equipping them with skills to secure stable, high-paying careers upon release.
02/11/2025
Oregon Corrections Enterprises (OCE) and the Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) launched a contact center pilot program inside the Intensive Management Unit, providing adults in custody with structured work opportunities that benefit both them and facility staff.
08/24/2023
Dive into the transformative journey of Larry Bell. Hear how his experience at OCE laundry helped him find stability and responsibility, demonstrating the power of positivity and hard work. Join Larry as he discovers the path to a new chapter, proving that with determination, even the most challenging roads can lead to unexpected destinations.
08/21/2023
From OCE Laundry to ALSCO Uniforms: Unveiling John Kim's Inspiring Journey of Transformation. Discover how the guidance and training he received at OCE prepared him for success in the workforce, as he reflects on his time at OSP and Mill Creek. Join us in exploring Kim's evolution from Assistant Production Manager to a true embodiment of gratitude and achievement.
08/21/2023
Daniel Breiners remarkable journey from Incarceration to ALSCO Engineer. Discover how OCE's impactful programs propelled him to a thriving career. Uncover how embracing opportunity and cultivating life skills led to a new chapter of independence and success.
08/01/2023
Oregon Corrections Enterprises (OCE) programs have proven to be transformative, playing a vital role in supporting individuals on their path to personal and professional growth. Emphasizing skill-building and instilling confidence, OCE is dedicated to empowering individuals to reintegrate successfully into their communities after release. Operating laundry facilities within various correctional settings in Oregon, OCE offers pre-release job opportunities, facilitating a smooth transition back into society and reducing the likelihood of reoffending.
07/14/2022
Nobody first thinks of prison as a land of opportunity.
For most of the men and women who are sentenced to time in Oregon prisons each year, prison is, at best, a course correction. For some its a forced detour around a road that was falling apart. For others, a prison cell is a timeout from the life they look forward to jumping right back into.
11/10/2021
Welcome to the OCE/UO Joint Venture page! For the past several years, OCE and UO College of Design have teamed up in a unique partnership to create innovative products and enhance the lives of the people involved through positive experiences. While these products are only prototypes and not for sale, the story is definitely worth telling! FOR THE 2021 OCE/UO JOINT VENTURE, the product of choice was parcel mailboxes.
10/17/2019
This collaborative effort between the U of O and Prison Blues brought design students together with adults in custody (AICs) in Oregon prisons. Students were able to see the working conditions within the Eastern Oregon Correctional Institution (EOCI) and speak directly with AICs about their tasks, the machines they use, and how coveted the garment factory work assignments are within the institution.
06/17/2019
The OCE Graphic Design Team, a talented group of AICs crucial in the development of our marketing materials, recently had the opportunity to give back. They volunteered to design the 2019 Freedom Schools Annual Report for the Childrens Defense Fund. This collaboration allowed the AICs to utilize their skillsets and build their portfolios while making a positive impact.
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