Scott H. Silverman is one of 25 experts in the fields of law enforcement, law, politics, life training, addiction treatment, and childhood development that are featured in the new documentary It’s More Expensive To Do Nothing. Conceived by Susan Lankford of Humane Exposures and directed by award-winning Director Alan Sawyer, the movie explores the dark and often disregarded world of criminal justice, the revolving door of institutionalization, the complexities of remediation, and the programs that have worked to help nonviolent ex-offenders succeed as self-sufficient members of society. To fully explore the growing crisis in the justice system, It’s More Expensive to Do Nothing steps back to examine the causes of crime and recidivism addiction, homelessness, childhood trauma and neglect. The filmmakers usher the viewer through a range of facilities with proven track records for changing the lives of both juvenile and adult offenders. The message of this dynamic documentary is clear: Remediation for nonviolent offenders can trigger miracles, cutbacks can be disastrous, and proactive intervention will reduce recidivism, saving substantial public funds and benefiting not just the individual but society as a whole.
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We’re proud to announce a new course offering at The Learning Annex: A Guide for Living a Heroic Life with Scott H. Silverman, CNN’s Hero Award Recipient.
Think of Erin Brockovich, Robin Hood or Rocky. They faced tremendous obstacles, took risks, did the right thing and achieved their goals. Like the heroes of movies, we want to live bigger lives, and we all long to attain our true greatness. In this inspirational event Scott H. Silverman, an in-demand speaker and recognized hero, will show you how to achieve success, make the needed changes that are limiting you and become a hero in your own life!
Scott believes heroes are made, not born, and that anyone can become a hero – regardless of education, background or past history. Through discussion and exercises, he’ll reveal how to:
Find the courage within you to face any situation and accomplish any goal
Live up to your highest potential
Change your attitude and change your life
Overcome obstacle
Turn a no into a yes
Boost your self-confidence
Connect to your hero within
Develop heroic qualities
Take action
This inspirational event is a blueprint for unearthing your “inner hero.” Sign up today!
San Diego Channel CW6 interviews Scott H. Silverman, Second Chance’s founder and executive director. Topics discussed include: the Second Chance program and success rate; and the events of 5/14/10 including ribbon cutting ceremony for newly-remodeled headquarters building, graduation for class #142, Community Job & Resource Fair; and general tips for getting a job.
Scott H. Silverman is the author of Tell Me No, I Dare You: A Guide for Living a Heroic Life and is an in demand leadership speaker. Scott is both locally and nationally recognized as a leader in the field of workforce development. He has received numerous awards and honors including recently being named “CNN Hero of the Week” and the City of San Diego honored him by selecting February 19 as “Scott Silverman Day”. He is the Executive Director and Founder of Second Chance, a human services agency that is committed to breaking the cycle of unemployment, poverty, and homelessness. Find Out More.
