Cutting a
New Path.
Building Real Lives.
A structured, contract-based barber apprenticeship program designed to break the cycle of recidivism — delivering measurable workforce outcomes, licensed credentials, and long-term public safety results for Brooklyn.
Incarceration Ends.
The Barriers Don't.
Every year, thousands of individuals return to New York communities from incarceration — carrying the weight of criminal records, limited work histories, and a society that too often closes the door before they can knock.
Without meaningful vocational pathways, the numbers are staggering. The cycle repeats. Families fracture. Communities bear the cost. The Brooklyn DA's Office has both the mandate and the opportunity to intervene with a structured, evidence-based solution.
The answer is not an informal gesture. It is a structured, licensed trade program — delivered through a formal partnership and backed by two decades of proven results.
Why Barbering Changes Everything
Barbering is one of the highest-impact vocational pathways for reentry populations. It requires skill, artistry, and human connection — not a college degree or a background check for most employers.
A New York State Barber License is a government-recognized credential that opens doors a criminal record often slams shut — creating a permanent, legitimate pathway to income, stability, and entrepreneurship.
The Re-Entry
Apprenticeship Path
Every participant moves through a structured, milestone-based curriculum — designed for accountability, measurable progress, and successful licensure. Each phase is documented and reportable to program partners.
A Contract-Based
Workforce Development
Initiative
The Brooklyn Barber Apprenticeship Program is delivered as a structured, contract-based workforce development service. This is not an informal pilot or a community donation — it is a professional program implementation, executed through a formal service agreement between BBINY and the Brooklyn DA's Office.
Every element of the program — from curriculum delivery to performance reporting — is governed by clear accountability structures that protect both parties and ensure documented outcomes aligned with the DA's public safety and reintegration mandate.
Program investment is structured on a per-participant basis, with scope and budget determined collaboratively based on cohort size, delivery model, and program duration.
Implementation timelines and resource allocation are finalized during the program discussion phase — ensuring the structure fits the office's operational capacity and goals.
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Customized Curriculum DevelopmentCurriculum tailored to the reentry population, participant needs, and the DA office's reintegration objectives — developed prior to program launch.
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Licensed Instructor & Training DeliveryNYS-licensed Master Barber instructors deliver all hands-on training, ensuring credential integrity and consistent skill development across every cohort.
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On-Site Program ImplementationBBINY brings the curriculum, tools, and instructors directly to your facility — minimizing logistical burden on the DA's office and maximizing participant access.
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Workforce Readiness & Job PlacementActive employer network engagement, resume development, and direct job placement support — connecting graduates to immediate employment opportunities upon licensure.
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Performance Tracking & ReportingMonthly progress reports, milestone documentation, and outcome data delivered to the DA's office — providing full visibility into program performance and participant progress.
Outcomes That Justify the Investment
This program is designed from the ground up for performance and accountability. Every metric is tracked, every outcome is documented, and every result is reported — because the Brooklyn DA's office deserves to know exactly what its investment is achieving.
- Documented reduction in recidivism through sustained, licensed employment
- Per-participant outcome tracking — hours, milestones, licensure, placement
- NYS-licensed workforce ready for immediate employment upon graduation
- Workforce pipeline contribution to Brooklyn's barbering industry
- Quantifiable public safety impact tied to reduced reincarceration
- Community reintegration through service, mentorship, and economic stability
Three Ways to Launch This Program
BBINY has structured three distinct implementation models to accommodate different operational capacities and partnership scopes. Each model is governed by a formal service agreement and includes full outcome reporting.
- BBINY-certified instructors deliver all training on-site
- Complete curriculum, tools & materials provided by BBINY
- Ideal for current participants in reentry programs
- Scalable cohort model (10–25 participants per cohort)
- Monthly progress reporting delivered to the DA's office
- Pathway to NYS Barber Apprentice License for all participants
- NACCAS-accredited professional program environment
- Full barber school experience with licensed instructors
- Access to BBINY's graduate employer network and job placement
- Structured mentorship with Christopher D. Felder
- Flexible enrollment aligned to DA office referral timelines
- Quaterly professional grooming services at your facility
- Delivered by BBINY students and licensed instructors
- Builds rapport, dignity, and program buy-in
- Low-barrier entry point that feeds the full apprenticeship pipeline
- Governed by service agreement with defined deliverables
Two Decades of Proven Community Impact
BBINY is not a startup and this is not a concept. For over 20 years, BBINY has operated as a structured, accredited institution — delivering workforce outcomes, community services, and transformational education to New York's most underserved populations.
Let's Discuss
Implementation
for Brooklyn.
BBINY has the accreditation, the curriculum, the licensed instructors, and the two-decade track record. The program is structured, the outcomes are documented, and the implementation pathway is clear. The next step is a direct conversation about scope, timeline, and partnership structure.