A random look throughout the prison system will come up with few, if any, men who are as dedicated to serving the population as Lee Jaspar. It … [Read more...]
Shared experiences break down false beliefs, build healthier connections
Are you incarcerated and want to share your prison experience with the world? Well, Humans of San Quentin is a nonprofit that does just that. HoSQ … [Read more...]
SQNews photographer released on 1170
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...]
In memoriam – Marcus Henderson
Residents call him loving, a class act, and a mentor. He left a lasting impression. The San Quentin community remembers the man behind the hugs, … [Read more...]
Lifer with cancer self-advocates for treatment
An incarcerated man diagnosed with bladder cancer has faced hurdles regarding treatment and follow-up care. Tyrell Smith, a resident of San Quentin … [Read more...]
Former life-without-parole prisoner advocates policy change
A former LWOP (life without parole) prisoner is aiding a coalition seeking to end life sentences in California. Joseph Bell, a San Francisco … [Read more...]
SQ nurse turned America’s Got Talent star performs at SQ
San Quentin’s Chapel B was filled to overflowing with a loud and energetic crowd singing and dancing to the incredible and rousing sounds of Dee Dee … [Read more...]
Despite decades-long sentence, resident finds hope through growth
Instability and emotional withdrawal in the past for resident since transformation Jarvis Garner, incarcerated since he was 14 years old, found … [Read more...]
Dungeons and Dragons game designer visits San Quentin
As San Quentin Rehabilitation Center culture slowly transitions toward promoting rehabilitation, several programs have made great efforts to connect … [Read more...]
American author’s mission preserves African American history
An American author, historian, and journalist devoted his life to the preservation of Black history. Carter G. Woodson studied African-Americans’ … [Read more...]
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