Archives for November 2022

Inside Circle Foundation fights violence — at its source

November 8, 2022 by William Harris

Program brings healing to prisoners and formerly incarcerated, works toward reducing recidivism Inside Circle Foundation is a successful … [Read more...]

ELLA BAKER CENTER, SMART JUSTICE RETURN

November 8, 2022 by Steve Brooks

Politicians and reform advocates visited San Quentin (SQ) State Prison to discuss crime, punishment, and rehabilitation. Among them were two formerly … [Read more...]

SQ debuts hi-tech audio engineering program

November 8, 2022 by Juan Haines

Four days a week, Yu “Paul” Chen gets up early. He makes his way through a checkpoint and then a heavy, medieval-looking metal door to sit behind a … [Read more...]

Offender Mentor program changes lives at the Q

November 8, 2022 by Richard Fernandez

Peer-based support program assists with addiction counseling The Offender Mentor Certification Program is changing incarcerated lives for the … [Read more...]

Q volunteer campaigns for Oakland mayoral seat

November 8, 2022 by Timothy Hicks

Oakland mayoral candidate, community activist, and San Quentin volunteer Allyssa Victory is running to be the new Mayor of Oakland in the upcoming … [Read more...]

Documentarian returns to San Quentin

November 8, 2022 by Steve Brooks

Former San Quentin State Prison resident and Bay Area native, Adamu Chan, has created a documentary film about the SQ Covid-19 outbreak. The film, … [Read more...]

GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS: CHAMPS RETURN TO THE Q

November 8, 2022 by Timothy Hicks

The Golden State Warriors, champions of the NBA, sent members of their organization to San Quentin to support the incarcerated population and resume … [Read more...]

Candidates for State Assembly visit San Quentin media center

November 8, 2022 by Steve Brooks

The two top candidates for the 12th District State Assembly seat in California visited San Quentin State Prison ahead of the November 2022 … [Read more...]

Third annual Mental Wellness Week promotes suicide prevention

November 8, 2022 by Bostyon Johnson

San Quentin celebrated its third annual Mental Wellness Week in September to promote suicide awareness and prevention through events aimed at … [Read more...]