About MIRA

The Mayor's Initiative for Reentry Affairs (MIRA) provides linkage to community resources and pertinent information for the empowerment of convicted persons.  MIRA strives to foster a productive and supportive environment where persons convicted of offenses may thrive, prosper and contribute to the social, political, and economic development of self, family, and community.

Mission

Mayor's Initiative for Reentry Affairs (MIRA) makes a positive difference in the lives of returning citizens and ex-offenders in the City of Bridgeport by cultivating their personal growth and career success through appropriate referrals and community support.

Forms

Please use the links below to access important forms. MIRA is in the process of going paperless, so you can fill these out entirely online -- no need to print them or scan in your answers. Please make sure you complete both forms and submit them together.

MIRA Release Form

MIRA Application and Assessment Form

Sign up for the MIRA mailing list to receive information on programs, resources, and events for returning citizens. 

“While the people in our prisons have made some mistakes — and sometimes big mistakes — they are also Americans, and we have to make sure that as they do their time and pay back their debt to society that we are increasing the possibility that they can turn their lives around.”

- President Barack Obama