Progressive Maryland Returning Citizens Task Force

05/16/2023

New report sheds light on the state of correctional control in America and the 5.5 million individuals under mass punishment systems. 📊🔍 It's crucial to address the challenges and inequities within our criminal justice system.

The overuse of probation and parole, along with punative restrictions, can extend the reach of the prison walls.

05/16/2023

Breaking barriers and opening doors! 🎓🔓 Congratulations to the students who have graduated from Georgia State Perimeter College's first-ever 'First Class' program. These graduates are living proof of the power of second chances.

Nine students at Walker State Prison in Rock Spring were awarded their associate degrees in general studies.

05/16/2023

Come join us Saturday, June 10th at 10 AM for a Criminal Record Second Chance Expungement Clinic! 💝https://forms.gle/xn8BKGyv5omZokYs7

05/03/2023

📰 The Prison Policy Initiative released new report on the devastating impacts of mass incarceration. 😔🔒 It's time for real reform to address these critical issues.

Prison Policy Initiative updates for April 3, 2023 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare

05/03/2023

Join us for UPWARD: An Employer Symposium on Second Chance Hiring, hosted by A Chance to Thrive (ACT) on April 13th! Learn about best practices for hiring formerly incarcerated citizens and creating inclusive workplaces.

Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/upward-an-employer-symposium-on-second-chance-hiring-tickets-585885197397

05/02/2023

📢From incarceration to community leaders🌟
Formerly incarcerated individuals in Prince George's County share their stories of resilience and second chances.

https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/maryland/prince-georges-county/returning-citizens-in-prince-georges-co-share-their-stories/

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — In honor of National Second Chance Awareness Month, DC News Now spoke with two returning citizens about adjusting life on the outside, and tr…

04/25/2023

Join us on April 28th at The Potter's House in Dallas/Fort Worth for TORI's third annual National Returning Citizens Conference. Let's create awareness of issues related to reentry that disproportionately impact communities of color.

NRCC 2023 - Friday, April 28, 2023 | Promo Code for justice-involved persons - JUSTICE | Promo Code for college students - COLLEGE

04/25/2023

Excited to announce RCAD's Prince George's County's first annual Returning Citizens Summit, Creating A Culture! Join us with experts and resources to reduce recidivism and improve public safety.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/prince-georges-county-returning-citizens-summit-tickets-567358142477

04/03/2023

Everyone deserves a second chance. This , we stand with citizens returning from prison. By supporting re-entry programs and policies, we can help people who are returning from prison to build a brighter future for themselves and their families.🧡

04/03/2023

📣 First Baptist Church of Glenarden is presenting Poor Man Rich Soul by Jimmy Jenkins on April 21st & 22nd with free admission 🆓💸 In-person or live streamed at fbcglenarden.org 🎥👥 Learn more at poormanrichsoul.com 🌐

02/24/2023

Sign this petition John Lewis called the right to vote “the most powerful non-violent tool we have in our democratic society.” It's time to honor his legacy and pass this namesake legislation to ensure all people — especially voters of color — are afforded the same rights to have their voices heard at the ballot box.

Add your name to the petition to urge Congress to pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to protect our right to vote.

02/10/2023

Treat others as you wish to be treated. Don't just be nice, but be kind to other people. That can be so rewarding.