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...]
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...]
Vulnerability and accountability subject at Kid CAT ceremony
By Michael Callahan, Layout Designer For the first time since COVID-19, Kid CAT (Creating Awareness Together) celebrated almost 100 residents who … [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...]
Youth Offender Program continues to shape new model of rehabilitation
By Chase Benoit, Kid Cat Writer When California lawmakers passed AB 1276, allowing offenders under the age of 26 to receive a behavior override, it … [Read more...]
Prisoner uses life experience to teach young men
After decades of incarceration, personal study and self-exploration, Harry Goodall Jr. decided it was time to own up to the part he played in his … [Read more...]
The Beat Within, December 2020
Your writing should reflect a positive message that helps the youth make a better decision in life. Your stories will be read by the youth in … [Read more...]
The Beat Within, November 2020
Your writing should reflect a positive message that helps the youth make better decisions in life. Your stories will be read by the youth in detention … [Read more...]