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03/01/2026

03/01/2026

Heaven Sent Second Chance Transitional Safehouse, inc.

Registration is closed, but the P.O.W.E.R. hasn't stopped! ⚡

Missed the sign up deadline? Don't worry—we’re bringing the entire experience directly to your screen. Join us virtually and stay connected to every keynote, panel, and breakthrough moment.

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02/13/2026

We’re excited to share we received a $500 Spark Good local grant from our local (2427 Gresham Rd SE)! This grant will help with our upcoming P.O.W.E.R. Conference on April 4th at the Atlanta City Hall Old Council Building (68 Mitchell Street SW). This support allows us to continue empowering our community and hosting impactful events in the heart of Atlanta. We are proud to spark good in our community!

02/10/2026

Heaven Sent Second Chance Transitional Safehouse, inc.

Can we get some assistance in getting HB 894 pass
We have provided to email templates you can use as well as provided the email address you can copy and paste. If you are willing and able please comment Done

We need your support,

Let's start emailing
Committee Leadership (Primary Contacts)
These members control the committee’s agenda. If you only have time to contact a few, start here:
Tyler Paul Smith (Chairman): [email protected]
Deborah Silcox (Vice Chairman): [email protected]
Soo Hong (Secretary): [email protected]

Committee Members
James Burchett: [email protected]
Charlice Byrd: [email protected]
Sharon Cooper: [email protected]
Clint Crowe: [email protected]
Chuck Efstration: [email protected]
Joseph Gullett: [email protected]
El-Mahdi Holly: [email protected]
Dar'shun Kendrick: [email protected]
Rob Leverett: [email protected]
Yasmin Neal: [email protected]
Esther Panitch: [email protected]
Shea Roberts: [email protected]
Stan Gunter (Ex-Officio): [email protected]

Subject: VOTE YES: HB 894 – Reducing Costs and Supporting Reentry
Dear Representative [Insert Last Name],
As a constituent and a supporter of Heaven Sent Second Chance Transitional Safehouse, inc., I am writing to ask for your support of HB 894.
Georgia spends millions annually to incarcerate elderly individuals who no longer pose a threat to our safety. HB 894 allows for a "second look" at these cases after 20 years, moving rehabilitated individuals from expensive prison beds to community-based programs like Heaven Sent Second Chance.
This bill is a win for both justice and the Georgia taxpayer. Please vote YES on HB 894.
Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
[Your City/Zip Code]

Subject: Supporting Safe Communities through HB 894
Dear Representative [Insert Last Name],
I am writing to urge your support for HB 894 (The Georgia Second Look Act).
I believe in the mission of Heaven Sent Second Chance Transitional Safehouse, inc. because I have seen how stable housing and support can transform lives. HB 894 ensures that those who have truly changed and served significant time have a chance to prove they are ready to return home.
By supporting this bill, you are supporting the families and organizations in our district that work every day to ensure reentry is safe and successful. Please help us move HB 894 forward.
Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
[Your City/Zip Code]

01/31/2026

Heaven Sent Second Chance Transitional Safehouse, inc.

The "Invisible Sentence" nobody talks about. ⛓️

We talk about reentry in terms of jobs and housing, but we rarely talk about the psychological toll. PICS is a form of PTSD that affects thousands of returning citizens, yet most people have never heard of it. We’re breaking down what it is, why it happens, and how we can support true healing.

PIC'S IS REAL Post Incarceration Syndrome.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=WDH7tqFzUnU&si=mt0AOrWpAU0EDpXw

Post-Incarceration Syndrome (PICS) is a real and often invisible struggle faced by many returning citizens. After years behind bars, freedom can bring anxiet...

01/22/2026

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01/11/2026

Join Us on April 4th From 1 to 5 pm At City Hall (Old Council Building) 48 Mitchell Street SW Atlanta GA 2nd Fl

If you haven’t lived it, can you truly solve it? 🤔

Advancing Justice Through Simulation and Awareness ⚖️

On April 4th, we are gathering community stakeholders, justice partners, and policymakers at Atlanta City Hall for the P.O.W.E.R. Conference.
The goal is clear: To explore the real-life barriers faced by returning citizens and raise critical awareness for Post Incarceration Syndrome (PICS). Through the city’s first Reentry Simulation, attendees will gain a firsthand perspective on the hurdles of reintegration and collaborate on meaningful solutions.

Partners include:
POD (Positive Outreach Development Society)
FOCUS 21 Foundation
Georgia State University
Heaven Sent Second Chance Transitional Safehouse Inc.
Fair Chance Advisory

Be part of the solution. Register today via Eventbrite.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/power-conference-atlantas-reentry-simulation-pics-awareness-event-tickets-1980152633832?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/11/2026

Does the sentence truly end at the prison gate? ⛓️🏛️
Most people believe that "time served" means the debt is paid. But for many, a second, invisible sentence begins the moment they walk out. From housing denials to the mental toll of Post Incarceration Syndrome (PICS), the "free world" can feel like a different kind of cage.
On April 4th, we aren’t just talking about reentry—we’re simulating the struggle. Are you ready to see what’s behind the curtain?
🔗 Register for the P.O.W.E.R. Conference on Eventbrite.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/power-conference-atlantas-reentry-simulation-pics-awareness-event-tickets-1980152633832?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/11/2026

Heaven Sent Second Chance Transitional Safehouse,inc. in collaboration with
POD (Positive Outreach Development), Focus 21 Foundation, Georgia State University and Fair Chance Advisory.

Invites you to the P.O.W.E.R (Positive Outreach Will Enhance Re-entry) Conference

Saturday, April 4th, 2026
📍 Atlanta City Hall

The "Invisible Sentence"

Does the sentence truly end at the prison gate? ⛓️🏛️
Most people believe that "time served" means the debt is paid. But for many, a second, invisible sentence begins the moment they walk out. From housing denials to the mental toll of Post Incarceration Syndrome (PICS), the "free world" can feel like a different kind of cage.
On April 4th, we aren’t just talking about reentry—we’re simulating the struggle. Are you ready to see what’s behind the curtain?

🔗 Register for the P.O.W.E.R. Conference on Eventbrite.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/power-conference-atlantas-reentry-simulation-pics-awareness-event-tickets-1980152633832?aff=oddtdtcreator