Preachers,
Policy &
Practice

Expungement as a Pathway to a Fresh Start

Friday, March 27
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

A fresh start should be possible for everyone.

If your record is holding you back, you’re not alone—and you’re not out of options.

Maybe you’ve done the work: you’ve shown up for your family, stayed consistent, and tried to move forward. But a background check can pull you right back into the past. This event is built for the people who are ready to reclaim their story—and for the community members who want to help make that possible.

You’ll walk away with clearer next steps, encouragement, and practical guidance on expungement as a pathway to a fresh start.

  • Understand what expungement can mean for employment, housing, and peace of mind
  • Learn how policy and real-world practice connect—and where people get stuck
  • Hear hope-filled, practical perspectives that honor lived experience
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What you’ll experience

A welcoming space where faith leaders, advocates, and community members talk honestly about barriers—and build practical bridges toward second chances.

CLARITY

Know what to ask next

Leave with a stronger understanding of expungement, common roadblocks, and the kinds of information that matter when you’re seeking help.

COMMUNITY

You don’t have to do this alone

This gathering is designed to be human-first—respectful, encouraging, and grounded in the real lives behind the paperwork.

PRACTICE

Steps you can take right now

Get practical guidance meant to reduce confusion, support wise decisions, and help you move forward with dignity.

Topics we’ll cover

This event centers on expungement through the lens of lived experience, public policy, and real-world practice—so you can leave with hope and a clearer path forward.

  • What “expungement” can mean—and why it matters
  • Common barriers people face when trying to move forward
  • How faith, policy, and practice can work together for second chances
  • How to prepare before you seek help (documents, questions, and next steps)

Ready to take the next step?

Reserve your seat and we’ll send event updates and any participation details. Your future is worth showing up for.

Friday, March 27 • 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Note: Registration details and any participation information will be provided after you reserve your seat.

Preachers, Policy & Practice — Expungement as a Pathway to a Fresh Start

Princeton Theological Seminary
Wright Library
Daniel J Theron Assembly Room
164 Mercer Street
Princeton, NJ 08542