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Vulnerability and accountability subject at Kid CAT ceremony

May 16, 2026 by Michael Callahan

By Michael Callahan, Layout Designer For the first time since COVID-19, Kid CAT (Creating Awareness Together) celebrated almost 100 residents who … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Graduation Tagged With: KidCAT, San Quentin

Music program highlights authenticity and relatability through songwriting and singing 

May 13, 2026 by Michael Callahan

Believe Music Heals, a program geared toward helping residents find their voice using breathing techniques, singing, and songwriting, has graduated … [Read more...]

Filed Under: MUSIC Tagged With: Believe Music Heals Us, Essence Goldman

Residents dedicate to a life of integrity, a practice of daily discipline and dependence on God 

May 13, 2026 by Michael Callahan

The Prodigal Sons delivering "God Answers Prayers"

Parenting is challenging especially from inside a prison. On April 18, six San Quentin residents were recognized for the dedication, growth, and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Religious Programs Tagged With: Malachi Dads

Restitution First Act proposed by incarcerated persons

April 22, 2026 by Michael Callahan

Restitution does not erase or undo the harm victims have suffered, but it is a key aspect of accountability and can significantly aid survivors as … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Legislation Tagged With: Brooke Jenkins, Gavin Newsom, restitution, Restitution First Act

Resident uses resources and networking prior to parole

January 31, 2026 by Michael Callahan

Interviewing for a job

Reentering the larger society following a prison term poses daunting challenges and restricted opportunities. For those anticipating the end of their … [Read more...]

Filed Under: RE-ENTRY Tagged With: Damon Cooke, Mount Tamalpais College, The Uncuffed Project

Mentorship is a powerful part of rehabilitation

January 18, 2026 by Michael Callahan

A mentor-mentee relationship is built on guidance, learning, and trust. When both sides communicate honestly and respect each other, the relationship … [Read more...]

Filed Under: YOUTH OFFENDERS Tagged With: cdcr, San Quentin, Youth Offender Program

Impaired driving impacts all facets of society

December 9, 2025 by Michael Callahan

Federal laws prohibit driving under the influence, but they do not prevent drunk-driving tragedies, and people who choose to drive drunk set … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Rehabilitation Corner

Education key for an individual’s success, self-worth, transformation

November 19, 2025 by Michael Callahan

For incarcerated students obtaining a bachelor’s degree, life is changing. Phillip Hernandez envisioned that one day he would graduate from high … [Read more...]

Filed Under: EDUCATION

Prosecutor-initiated resentencing expands to Republican-led state

November 14, 2025 by Michael Callahan

Justice reform continued to take shape out West as Utah became the first Republican-led state to implement Prosecutor-Initiated Resentencing. “A … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Legislation Tagged With: For The People

Congratulations Class of 2025

September 22, 2025 by Michael Callahan

San Quentin celebrates over 138 graduates of educational and vocation programming Whether it is high-level training or treating incarcerated … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Graduation Tagged With: Computer Related Technology, ged, MBA, Microsoft, San Quentin, San Quentin Rehabilitation Center, Vocational Plumbing

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