4 Ways to Plan for the Future in Prison Your future starts today. It is achievable, and it doesn’t need to be complicated. As an incarcerated individual, there are resources available to help you plan for the future and change the trajectory of your life. One step at a time is all it takes to…
5 Ways to Make Money in Prison When someone is incarcerated, money becomes more than a balance on an account. It can mean toothpaste, stamped envelopes, a few minutes on the phone, or a snack after a long day. That is why many people search for ways a loved one can make money in prison.…
How to Cope When Your Spouse Is Incarcerated If your spouse is incarcerated and you are committed to maintaining your relationship through their sentence, you may find yourself navigating a wide range of emotions. Grief, loneliness, uncertainty, frustration, hope, and love can all exist at the same time. Being separated from your spouse is not…
7 Daily Healthy Habits for Incarcerated Individuals Developing healthy habits and choices can change the outlook of your life even as an incarcerated individual. Your life still matters and has purpose, and it all starts with finding ways to stay active and achieve new goals. With limited resources, it may feel challenging to implement new…
7 Ways to Support Mothers Behind Bars The number of mothers behind bars in the United States has grown significantly over the past several decades. According to the Sentencing Project, the incarceration rate for women has increased substantially since the 1970s, leading to major changes for families and communities. The U.S. now has the world’s second-highest incarceration…
Where Second Chances Begin Imagine being judged for the rest of your life based on your worst day. You’ve taken responsibility for your mistakes. You know you can’t undo the past, yet moving forward still feels out of reach. You can’t find a job, secure stable housing, or fully participate in society. This is the reality for many individuals working to rebuild their lives after incarceration. The Case For Second Chances We…
5 Ways to Support the Wrongfully Convicted Police cars pull up to the curb, and you stare out the window at school, wondering what’s going on and why they are here. Soon your name is being called and you make your way down to the office only to be greeted by one of those officers…
10 Second Chance Employers April is recognized as Second Chance Month®, a time meant to raise awareness about the challenges people with criminal records face when reentering the workforce. For many justice-impacted individuals, finding stable employment after incarceration can be quite difficult. Fortunately, a growing number of businesses across the United States recognize the value…
5 Women Who Were Wrongfully Incarcerated The Unique Challenges of Women’s Wrongful Convictions In honor of Women’s History Month, we are shedding light on women who have been wrongfully incarcerated. According to the National Registry of Exonerations, roughly 300 women in the United States have been exonerated since 1989 after being convicted of crimes they did not commit. And many more are still fighting to clear their names. Women’s wrongful convictions…
Ways Learning in Prison Creates Confidence Learning in prison is more than a way to pass the time—it is a turning point in someone’s life. For many incarcerated individuals, education provides structure, purpose, and a renewed sense of direction. Friends and family members who want to support their loved one find that encouraging learning in…
