Institute of Forgiveness

05/16/2026

“As long as we are spinning the wheels with this this cycle that leads to incarceration, it has to be done the right way,” Sheba Williams said. “There are still collateral consequences that come with an arrest.”

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — According to Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger, more than 1,000 Virginians are currently incarcerated or under some form of supervision for ma*****na-related crimes that are…

05/15/2026

New law takes effect July 1, 2026

05/11/2026

🎓It is our honor and pleasure to offer scholarships for the 2026-27 school year.

🎓If you meet the qualifications listed in the application, we encourage you to apply.

🎓The submission deadline is June 30, 2026.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqYZUzCHiXxmzxIzl5m9FvxhGpu-zMKOuMrWU6x54CGE6FVQ/viewform

04/28/2026

Join us in-person or virtually for an important town hall about breaking down barriers for formerly incarcerated individuals.

This discussion will center the voices of mothers returning home and those impacted by incarceration, honoring their stories, their resilience, and their path forward including obstacles around housing, child custody, and voting rights.

📆 : Saturday, May 2, 2026
⏰ : 11:00 am to 1:00pm
🏢 : 233 N Sycamore Street, Petersburg, VA 23803. Link to register in bio.
💻 : Resist Booksellers YouTube Channel. Link in bio.

This special event is hosted in honor of Sincere Born Allah.

Light refreshments will be served and the first 50 registered moms to attend will receive a goodies bag.

04/24/2026

Everyone deserves a second chance and the opportunity to build a better future.

The Empowering a Better Tomorrow Scholarship supports formerly incarcerated individuals who are ready to further their education and give back to their communities.

Know someone who could benefit? Learn more: https://naacp.org/find-resources/scholarships-awards-internships/scholarships/empowering-better-tomorrow-scholarship-walmart

04/20/2026

Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s proposed cannabis bill amendments in Virginia are drawing backlash from Black advocates for adding new criminal penalties, rolling back equity provisions and reducing opportunities for Black entrepreneurs

02/07/2026

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📣SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY📣
Have you been impacted by a family member’s incarceration?

Apply for a Book Scholarship TODAY.

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01/01/2026

12/18/2025

Paulettra James is married to Jerry James, who is incarcerated. She co-founded Sistas in Prison Reform to bring her husband home from prison. Here's her story.