Perservere
Organization Overview
Persevere expands access to career pathways, ensuring all individuals have fair opportunities to succeed through comprehensive technology training, mental health support, and employer partnerships. Founded by Sean Hosman after his own experience with the justice system, we transform lives, strengthen families, and create thriving communities through meaningful opportunity.
Founded in 2014, Persevere began facility operations in January 2019 inside three West Tennessee correctional facilities. Since that first class, we have grown to serve 2,845 participants across 8 states — operating in 25 correctional facilities, 6 youth detention centers, community programs, and 2 recovery homes.
Founded in 2014, Persevere began facility operations in January 2019 inside three West Tennessee correctional facilities. Since that first class, we have grown to serve 2,845 participants across 8 states — operating in 25 correctional facilities, 6 youth detention centers, community programs, and 2 recovery homes.