San Quentin celebrates over 138 graduates of educational and vocation programming Whether it is high-level training or treating incarcerated … [Read more...]
Faulty drug tests impact thousands of residents
In January, the state acknowledged that drug tests performed between April and July of last year generated false positives. This prompted the … [Read more...]
Symposium highlights impact of low literacy on incarcerated
Low literacy impacts approximately 70% of incarcerated adults in the U.S. In California, a large portion of individuals in the custody of the … [Read more...]
Reimagined prison system takes a step backward
Less than two-and-a-half years ago, California’s Governor Gavin Newsom announced his idea for a reformed prison system. Now, residents said they feel … [Read more...]
Dialogue bridges gap between prosecutors and residents
Abandonment, gang culture, substance abuse, death, violence in the home and neighborhoods — all of these were the subjects of dialogues between … [Read more...]
Residents embrace cold showers for better food
Outside organization proposes improvements to food quality and culinary training The state of California requires two hot meals be served every … [Read more...]
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Concrete Rose co-founder and community advocate walks out after decades An incarcerated lifer’s journey through prison is full of ups and downs. … [Read more...]
Veteran’s hold annual Armed Services banquet
The Veterans Group of San Quentin hosted its annual Armed Services Banquet at the San Quentin Rehabilitation Center’s Garden Chapel May 30. More than … [Read more...]
Residents complete book study of Class A commercial driver’s license
More than 60 San Quentin Rehabilitation Center residents received recognition on May 15 for their completion of a trucking class taught by Concrete … [Read more...]
Healing circle highlights reconciliation and accountability
A Day of Healing was celebrated at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center’s Lower Yard in April. The day is part of Crime Victims’ Rights Week, and for the … [Read more...]
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