Believe in Me

Empowerment

Corporation

Programs and Services

Transitional Housing

BIMEC Transitional Housing Programs centers on our belief that a successful program increases the number of residents who transition successfully from incarceration to live independently and productively in the community.

Independent Living

In 2024, BIMEC is scheduled to break ground on 12 Single Residency Occupancy Units designed to support independent living. The Independent Living Program will provide individuals with affordable housing and access to support services.

BIMEC

Purpose

The purpose of Believe in Me Empowerment Corporation (BIMEC) is to fill service gaps and reduce the negative barrier and adverse effects associated with the residuals of incarceration.

Mission

BIMEC is dedicated to improving and empowering the lives of marginalized individuals and families to strengthen communities.

We work towards this mission through direct and indirect programming which provides housing, life skills, and counseling services for our program participants. The agency provides hope and opportunities through services that support our client base in order that they may reach their full potential and become productive citizens.

320 Shelton Ave.
New Haven

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423 Dixwell Avenue
New Haven

Believe In Me Empowerment Corporation (BIMEC) has a 20-year history of providing services to youth and adults in New Haven. The Mission of the organization is to improve the lives of those impacted by and or affected by incarceration.

James E. Walker, MSW, Executive Director of BIMEC, has more than 30 years of experience in the field of Behavioral Health Services. Mr. Walker is the chief visionary for the organization and continues to lead and move this organization forward.

~ Providing services and inspiration to BELIEVE, ACHIEVE & SUCCEED!!! ~

ABOUT BIMEC

The BIMEC Philosophy

BIMEC provides a network of direct and indirect services, that fill traditional service gaps, to address the unique and specific needs of individuals and families for whom incarceration is a real part of their lives. The overarching goals are to reduce the rate of recidivism and new incarcerations amongst males and members of our society; and to strengthen and empower our communities by helping to instill life-long commitment to community, through academic achievement, critical thinking, self-assurance and cultural and community enrichment.

• Self-Determination • Collective Work and Responsibility • Cooperative Economics • Purpose • Creativity • Faith