Rebuilding My Life: From Total Chaos to a New Chapter Life after prison is a whirlwind of challenges, self-discovery, and rebuilding. After 4.5 years behind bars, I am now navigating the complexities of starting over. It hasn’t been easy, but every step I take feels like a victory—a step away from the chaos of my…
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Addressing Society’s Perception and Treatment of Ex-Offenders: Measuring Progress Without Measuring People Measuring individuals to improve their performance is a common practice in many fields, but does it really work? Rarely, and more likely never. Performance measures are often perceived as punitive, making people feel judged rather than supported. This does not create a…
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Analysis of Inhumane Conditions at Marion Correctional Treatment Center and the Death of Charles Givens In Richmond, Virginia, a troubling investigation has revealed inhumane conditions at the Marion Correctional Treatment Center, leading to serious health concerns among inmates. The Associated Press (AP) has obtained video and documents shedding light on these issues, including the case…
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Opportunities for Ex-Felons Seeking Employment: We call B.S. While platforms often suggest that ex-felons can obtain lucrative jobs, the reality of securing employment depends on several factors, including the type of felony and pervasive implicit biases against ex-convicts among U.S. employers. Although individuals impacted by the justice system often have the opportunity to contribute positively…
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E.M.P.I.R.E Foundation LLC Supports Incarcerated Mothers on Mother’s Day Mother’s Day holds profound significance for Jen Szénay of Michigan, whose decades-long separation from her mother due to incarceration was finally bridged last March. In 1990, Szénay’s mother received a life sentence for her alleged involvement in a murder-for-hire case, a tragic consequence of domestic abuse…
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Unlocking the Semiotics of Prison Attire: Impact on Human Psyche and Societal Perception In a groundbreaking study titled “Unlocking the Semiotics of Prison Attire,” researchers delve into the profound implications of prison clothing on the human psyche and societal perception. Led by esteemed scholars in the fields of psychology, sociology, and criminology, the study sheds…
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Breakthrough Program Empowers Colorado Prisoners, Aims to Lower Recidivism Rates In an extraordinary event at the Centennial Correctional Facility, 16 inmates celebrated a significant milestone – their graduation from the Breakthrough program. A pioneering initiative founded in 2017, Breakthrough is a nonprofit curriculum tailored to equip incarcerated individuals with crucial reintegration skills. The recent ceremony…
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Unwavering Support for Criminal Justice Reform: Insights from Recent Polling Recent polling conducted by BSG on behalf of FWD.us has revealed a remarkable and enduring level of support for criminal justice reform among the American public. The data not only highlights the widespread backing for reform but also indicates a strong preference for candidates advocating…
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The Raw Truth: Exposing the Reality of Life Inside CSP In this interview with Teto he will tell his story of what really goes down here at CSP. How raw do we really want to keep this interview about the reality of life in prison? Huh… How real do you want me to keep it?…
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Mississippi Police Officer Pleads Guilty to Forcing Prisoner to Drink Urine A shocking incident of abuse of power has come to light in Pearl, Mississippi, where a police officer, Michael Christian Green, pleaded guilty on Thursday to a federal misdemeanor charge. The charge stemmed from accusations that he forced a prisoner to drink his own…
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