He’s a reentry citizen himself and for many years now he has assisted the reentry community to navigate job placement, housing and mental health services at his workplace Career Resources.
For his guidance, East End City Councilman Ernie Newton will receive a community impact award.
From Scott Wilderman, President & CEO Career Resources::
Dear Ernie,
It is with great pride and genuine admiration that I write to share that you have been unanimously selected by our Reentry Awards Selection Committee to receive the Urdang-Torres Community Impact Award at the 2026 Annual Bridgeport Reentry Awards Dinner.
This honor is not only a recognition of your achievements, but a tribute to the extraordinary commitment you have shown to restoring opportunity, dignity, and hope for justice-impacted individuals and their families across the State of Connecticut. Your leadership, compassion, and perseverance have made a lasting difference in countless lives, and your work stands as a powerful example of what is possible when purpose meets action.
The Awards Dinner will be held at Housatonic Community College, Beacon Hall Event Center, on April 27th 2026, beginning at 5:30pm. As part of the evening’s program, we would be honored if you would share a few remarks (approximately five minutes).
Please confirm your acceptance of this award by replying to this email. You are welcome to bring up to six guests (including yourself). Kindly use the following link to register yourself and your guests Bridgeport Reentry Award Ceremony .
On behalf of the reentry community, we are deeply grateful for your work and truly excited to celebrate you. We look forward to honoring your impact and sharing this special evening with you.
Keep up the great work Ernie!