Father’s Day offers an opportunity for the incarcerated to reflect on gender, culture, and the struggles of parenting behind bars. The … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2024
Prison residents debate incarceration cycle in UK
In Great Britain, UK, His Majesty’s Prison collaborated with a church to create a new rehabilitative initiative that allows incarcerated male and … [Read more...]
Marin County struggles with police recruitment
High cost of living in the county make it difficult to hire, retain law enforcement personnel Marin County law enforcement faces difficulties in … [Read more...]
SQ’s Mental Health teaches financial literacy course
The mental health programs at San Quentin give the incarcerated quality resources to become better people. The CDCR’s Mental Health Services … [Read more...]
Local band The Lemon Hammer performs classics for residents in Chapel A
There was dancing in the aisles and the playing of air drums during the foot-stomping and heart-pounding rock concert in San Quentin’s Chapel A on … [Read more...]
SQ Warriors defeat Town Boogie in season opener
The basketball rivalry between the San Quentin Warriors and Town Boogie continued on May 4th. The teams battled in front of a full house in … [Read more...]
Dr. Anderson discusses suicide prevention and training programs
San Quentin Rehabilitation Center’s mental health staff are recognized during Nurses Appreciation Week for their continued commitment caring for … [Read more...]
Jewish community celebrates Passover with stories of gratitude and appreciation
Editors Note: In the Jewish religion, the spelling of the word for the Almighty uses a dash instead of the vowel: G–d. The annual Jewish festivity … [Read more...]
Artist Jose ‘J.D.’ Diaz draws with photo realism skill
Incarcerated artist Jose “J. D.” Diaz started taking drawing seriously about three years ago. When he first started sketching, he did not know in … [Read more...]
Origami genius, resident Daniel Le increases creativity, enhances mental wellness
Resident artist discusses how the Japanese art form translates to rehabilitation For Daniel Le, origami started as a curiosity. Having watched … [Read more...]