NCIA’s Second Chance Feature with WSOC-TV

NCIA’s Vocational Training Center in Charlotte, NC, has been featured by WSOC-TV for our commitment to empowering formerly incarcerated individuals through vocational training and support.​

Dejuanta Brown’s journey from incarceration to owning his own mobile mechanic service exemplifies the transformative power of our programs. At NCIA’s Vocational Training Center in South End, individuals receive hands-on training in automotive repair, HVAC, and commercial driving, earning certifications that lead to sustainable careers.​

As Program Director Christine Poltawsky emphasizes, “Getting out of incarceration… you need housing, you need an income.” Our mission is to provide that essential lifeline.​

Read the full story below.

hands-on automotive repair class

Dejuanta’s Story

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