--- title: "Reentry Guides" description: "Reentry Guides EJP’s Reentry Resource Program publishes three reentry guides: Mapping Your Future: A Guide to Successful Reentry in Illinois, Mapping Your Future: National Edition, and A New Path: A Guide to the Challenges and Opportunities After Deportation. We also manage an Illinois reentry resource website, reentryillinois.net, with a searchable directory of reentry services across the..." url: "https://educationjustice.net/reentry-guides/" date_modified: "2026-08-10T14:30:59-05:00" --- # Reentry Guides ![reentry-guide-hero-image.jpg](https://educationjustice.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/reentry-guide-hero-image.jpg) EJP’s Reentry Resource Program publishes three reentry guides: Mapping Your Future: A Guide to Successful Reentry in Illinois, Mapping Your Future: National Edition, and A New Path: A Guide to the Challenges and Opportunities After Deportation. We also manage an Illinois reentry resource website, **[reentryillinois.net](https://reentryillinois.net/)**, with a searchable directory of reentry services across the state. We produce reentry videos and other resources. --- ## Quick Links [Request Our Guides](https://hipaa.jotform.com/222332910685050) [How to Use Mapping Your Future](https://vimeo.com/704319060) [Sign Up for Reentry Guide Updates](https://reentryillinois.net/rrp-email-subscription-form/) [Pay for Guides](https://appserv7.admin.uillinois.edu/FormBuilderSurvey/Survey/uiuc_college_of_education/ejp/payment/Survey) [Bulk Pricing List](https://reentryillinois.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Reentry-Guide-Bulk-Pricing_One-Pager_Digital.pdf) [Donate to Support Reentry Guides](https://educationjustice.net/donate/) [A New Path - Flyer](https://reentryillinois.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ANP-Promo_Flyer_.pdf) [Request Our Guides](https://hipaa.jotform.com/222332910685050) ## Mapping Your Future: A Guide to Successful Reentry in Illinois ![MappingYourFuture2026.png](https://educationjustice.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/MappingYourFuture2026.png) Our 2026 Illinois reentry guide has a wealth of information on preparing for reentry while incarcerated, steps to take following release, and directories of resources. Topics include housing, employment, healthcare, finances, substance use, and more. Download our guide here. This work created by the [Education Justice Project](https://educationjustice.net/) is © 2026 by the Board of Trustees, University of Illinois and is licensed under a [CC-BY-NC-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/). ## New in the 2026 Edition • New chapter on registries • Updated information on the Youthful Parole Act • New budgeting resources [English Edition](https://reentryillinois.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MYF-IL-2026-En-Int.pdf) [Spanish Edition](https://reentryillinois.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MYF-IL-2026-Sp-Int-pgs33-1.pdf) ## Mapping Your Future: National Edition ![Mapping-Your-Future-National-Edition-2024-Cover-scaled.webp](https://educationjustice.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Mapping-Your-Future-National-Edition-2024-Cover-scaled-1.webp) The second edition of Mapping Your Future, National is out! It includes helpful information and advice on topics like employment, healthcare, substance use and more, with resources for formerly incarcerated individuals throughout the US. This new edition includes chapters on LGBTQ+ people, new cannabis laws and an expanded state-by-state resource directory. **“Mapping Your Future is everything you need to know about reentry including things that you did not think about.” ***— Shayla Jackson, Social Worker, Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services* This work created by the [Education Justice Project](https://educationjustice.net/) is © 2026 by the Board of Trustees, University of Illinois and is licensed under a [CC-BY-NC-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/). [English Edition](https://reentryillinois.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Mapping-Your-Future-National-Edition-2025-Interactive.pdf) [Spanish Edition](https://reentryillinois.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/MYF-N24_Sp_Int_Color_FINAL.pdf) ## A New Path: A Guide to the Challenges & Opportunities After Deportation ![A-New-Path-Cover-English-Edition-2026-scaled.png](https://educationjustice.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/A-New-Path-Cover-English-Edition-2026-scaled-1.png) This guide is for people who live with the threat of deportation to Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and Venezuela. Know your rights, How to make a plan in case of possible deportation and how to set up your life post-deportation are some of the topics addressed. Below is access to our complete guide as well as individual chapters. This work created by the [Education Justice Project](https://educationjustice.net/) is © 2026 by the Board of Trustees, University of Illinois and is licensed under a [CC-BY-NC-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/). [English Edition](https://reentryillinois.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/A-New-Path-English-Edition-2026.pdf) [Spanish Edition](https://reentryillinois.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Un-nuevo-camino-26-Sp-Website.pdf) ### Do you need specific deportation resources? [View Resources by Section](https://educationjustice.net/a-new-path-individual-chapters/) ## Reentry Resource Program Website ![Prison-Reentry-and-Deportation-Website](https://educationjustice.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Prison-Reentry-and-Deportation-Website-e1692829609425.jpg) EJP connects people impacted by incarceration with the resources they need for a healthy transition to life after prison. We provide tools for self empowerment, including resources related to housing, employment, education and advocacy. [View Reentry Resource Program Website](https://reentryillinois.net/) ## Reentry Guide FAQ ### How can I receive a hard copy of a reentry guide? You can request guides via mail, phone, email, or online form. We will mail one to you free of cost. Contact us at: Reentry Resource Program EJP 1001 S. Wright St Champaign, IL 61820 (217)-244-2491 reentry@educationjustice.net [Online form](https://hipaa.jotform.com/222332910685050) ### How much does it cost? Each guide costs roughly **$12** to print and ship. We are able to supply a limited number of guides for free. However, if your organization is able to contribute towards our printing and mailing costs, please let us know. Invoicing you will allow us to reach even more incarcerated individuals. ### Are guides available online? Yes. You can download PDFs via the buttons above. Feel free to print copies as well. The full rights statement for each title: This work created by the [Education Justice Project](https://educationjustice.net/) is © by the Board of Trustees, University of Illinois and is licensed under a [CC-BY-NC-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/). You can access all our guides as well as a searchable reentry directory at [reentryillinois.net](http://reentryillinois.net/) ### Can I order more than one copy of a guide? Yes. If you are interested in a large number of guides, we will likely ask about your plans for using them and ask for your help with the cost. We are always looking to learn more about what other organizations are doing, and we want to know how our guides can best support your efforts. ### There’s an error in the guide! How can I provide feedback? We want the guide to be as helpful as possible. If you have suggestions for us, we would love to hear them. You can send feedback to our office address or email us at [reentry@educationjustice.net](mailto:reentry@educationjustice.net). ### I would like to tell you about a new resource. How can I do that? Please email us at [reentry@educationjustice.net](mailto:reentry@educationjustice.net). ### Do you update the guides regularly? We update *Mapping Your Future Illinois* annually and we update *Mapping Your Future National* and A New Path every two years. ### How can I support the Reentry Resource Program? We welcome applications year-round from individuals interested in working with our Reentry Resource Program (RGI) on a volunteer basis. RGI also has an Advisory Committee of formerly incarcerated individuals who receive modest stipends. [You can learn more about the application process here](https://educationjustice.net/work-with-ejp/#rgi), or contact RGI directly at: [reentry@educationjustice.net](mailto:reentry@educationjustice.net). We also greatly appreciate your feedback. We welcome your suggestions. ### How can I join the Reentry Resource Program? We welcome applications year-round from individuals interested in working with our Reentry Resource Program (RGI) on a volunteer basis. RGI also has an Advisory Committee of formerly incarcerated individuals who receive modest stipends. You can learn more about us and apply [here](https://ejp.bamboohr.com/careers/42). ### How can I request my organization be included in your database? Fill out this form [here](https://hipaa.jotform.com/223246183658057). We will do our best to include you both in our website and print directories where we are restricted by space.