By Antoine Brown, Contributing Writer Empathy never came to me naturally. Where I came from, one didn’t really sit around thinking about how other … [Read more...]
KidCat kickstarts introspection and emotional intelligence
By Gregory Stevens I arrived at San Quentin in May 2022 not knowing what "life" would look like or the belief my future would be filled with … [Read more...]
KidCAT workshops influence resident’s growth, empathy, and introspection
By Cesar Nava, Contributing Writer Being part of KidCat has challenged, supported, and helped guide me into discovering who I really am. Most … [Read more...]
Resident explores emotional intelligence and belief system
By Akbar Bey, Kid CAT Writer Being a part of Kid CAT has been a great learning experience for me. The group has aided my ability as an incarcerated … [Read more...]
Resident explores emotional intelligence and belief system
By Trevor Lawson, Contributing Writer It was a cold morning, cold enough to see my breath as I anxiously walked to Chapel B on January 9, 2026. I … [Read more...]
Maryland reader corresponds about juvenile lifers
I read what you guys are doing on the tablets. It’s always inspiring to see groups that are working on rehabilitation, mentorship, and education. … [Read more...]
Power of words in KidCAT member’s lyrics now used in positive manner
By Eliazar Guerra, KidCAT Contributor I never thought my love for making music would be more than another way to express myself. I remember writing … [Read more...]
Residents express insight and remorse leaves impression on KidCAT sponsor
By A. Torrez, KidCAT Sponsor Sponsoring and supporting the KidCAT group has been richly rewarding, bringing me a deep sense of joy and purpose. … [Read more...]
KidCAT educates and creates positivity, healthy relationships, growth
By Darius Poole, KidCAT Contributing Writer The first five years of my 15-to-life sentence, words like accountability, amends, and remorse were … [Read more...]
Overcoming self-doubt and conquering imposter syndrome
By Michael "Luqman" Russell, KidCat Writer How do you actually know when all your hard work has paid off? For me, self-doubt has always been … [Read more...]