Jacksonville Leader Smith Helps Women Transition From Prison To Home

JACKSONVILLE, FL — Without community leaders, Jacksonville wouldn’t hum along nearly as smoothly as it does. We’d miss their contributions in big and small ways.

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.

This submission comes from Purette D. Mills, a Jacksonville reader who nominated Belinda M. Smith.

How do you know this community leader?

V-Pres. of Business/Sister

What does this community leader do?

President of Women Working With Women

Why do you believe the community leader should be recognized or honored?

Belinda's non-profit organization, Women Working With Women, involves helping them transition from prison into a home and get a job after completing a series of workshops.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the community hero?

It is often misunderstood. People are loving & caring in this community and often not given the same opportunities as the West Gainesville communities.

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