Believe in Me
Empowerment
Corporation
Programs and Services
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’s mission is to improve the lives of children, young adults and their families impacted by and or affected by incarceration. The agency provides hope, opportunities and supportive services for families in the Greater New Haven community in order that they may overcome challenges, reach their full potential and become productive citizens.
320 Shelton Ave.
New Haven
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
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Phone
+1 203.772.2779 (FAX)
Location
423 Dixwell Avenue
New Haven, CT 06511