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Archives for December 2023
Memorable Moments of 2023
One of this year’s most memorable moments was when Gov. Gavin Newsom came inside SQ on March 17 and announced that the prison will become a … [Read more...]
Massachusetts corrections ramps up Pell Grant programs for the incarcerated
Massachusetts has always taken seriously the idea of education. The Bay State has both the nation’s oldest public school — Boston Latin School — and … [Read more...]
What’s the deal with Pell in prisons? Answers to frequently asked questions
Pell Grants are coming back to prison in July, after Congress removed that ban that has prevented incarcerated students from using federal financial … [Read more...]
Formerly incarcerated face continued ‘economic exclusion’ despite soaring job market
In the free world, anyone looking for a job these days should have an easy time finding one. The U.S. economy seems in decent shape and economic … [Read more...]
Reentering citizens released with fentanyl antidote kits
Eighty percent of persons released from California jails and prisons received Narcan antidote kits between 2020 and 2022, KFF Health News … [Read more...]
Formerly incarcerated being denied licenses for occupations trained for while in prison
Felony convictions can prevent individuals from obtaining required professional licenses, hindering their chances for success after incarceration, The … [Read more...]
San Quentin visiting hosts Halloween event with costumes, decorations, and face painting
On October 29, San Quentin hosted a Halloween celebration in the visiting room. Families and loved ones were treated to a festive atmosphere with live … [Read more...]
The Beat Within carries on
Hearts continued to beat and words continued to flow from within as dedicated incarcerated persons bared their souls at the October 30 evening session … [Read more...]
Human rights center introduces doctors into justice reform discussions
A group of advocates has set its sights on reforming Rhode Island’s criminal justice system through a variety of social services programs. Doctors … [Read more...]
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