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CDCR Celebrates 135 Incarcerated Students Earning Bachelor’s Degrees across California

By Vanguard AdministratorJune 29, 20260 comments

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) reported the graduation of 135 incarcerated students who obtained bachelor’s degrees during ceremonies conducted in May and June. This milestone underscores the state’s commitment to higher education programs for incarcerated individuals, which CDCR officials characterize as a fundamental element of its rehabilitative framework. Research indicates that participation in such educational initiatives significantly reduces recidivism rates and enhances post-release employment prospects.

Maryland Takes Significant Step Toward Fair Housing for People Returning from Incarceration

By Erica BryantJune 5, 20260 comments

Maryland’s recently enacted Fair Chance Housing Act expands access to stable housing for individuals with conviction histories, a measure proponents assert will advance public safety and permit applicants an individualized review of their criminal records.

New Rules in California Make Jail Phone Calls More Affordable for Families

By Matthew Miyaki PonceMay 3, 20260 comments

California regulators have adopted permanent caps on jail phone call rates, eliminating hidden and junk fees and limiting transaction fees, in an effort to reduce financial strain on families trying to stay connected to incarcerated loved ones.

Disabled Ex-Prisoners Failed by US Reentry, Left Homeless and Hopeless

By John SchultzMay 1, 20260 comments

A recent study by the Sentencing Project has found that the US reentry system is failing to provide adequate support for disabled individuals, leaving many with limited financial resources and no meaningful assistance with reentry planning.

Everyday Injustice Podcast Episode 328: Matilde Hernandez on Healing, Reentry and Rewriting Your Story

By David M. GreenwaldApril 27, 20260 comments

Matilde Hernandez shares her journey of transformation after incarceration, highlighting the challenges of rebuilding her life and the importance of resilience, mentorship, and faith in order to move forward.

Report Highlights Barriers to Reentry for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals

By Aakanksha PatelApril 27, 20260 comments

The Sentencing Project report finds that formerly incarcerated individuals face significant barriers to reentry due to inadequate preparation by correctional systems, including limited access to rehabilitative programs, financial pressures, and digital culture shock.

Everyday Injustice Podcast Episode 324: Bipartisan Reform, Housing Barriers, and the Fight for a Fair Future

By David M. GreenwaldMarch 31, 20260 comments

In Episode 324 of the Everyday Injustice podcast, host David Greenwald and Kandia Milton discuss the systemic barriers facing people returning from incarceration, and the need for bipartisan cooperation to reduce recidivism and strengthen communities.

Criminal Justice Reform Still Alive, Despite Federal Setbacks

By Shreya VermaMarch 29, 20260 comments

Despite the Trump administration’s shift towards a stricter approach to criminal justice, states have continued to pass bipartisan reforms, indicating that criminal justice reform in the US has become more decentralized and is still underway.

Pamela Price Unfiltered: The Shocking Truth about C. Lee’s Unexpected Turnaround

By Pamela PriceMarch 21, 20261 comments

C. Lee shares his journey from entrepreneur to media force, how authenticity became the foundation of his brand, and his work with Californians for Safety and Justice to help people clear criminal records through free expungement clinics.

Everyday Injustice Podcast Episode 318: From Soldier to Storyteller

By David M. GreenwaldFebruary 2, 20261 comments

Jerry “JD” Mathis, an award-winning author and PEN America Writing for Justice Fellow, discusses his experiences with mass incarceration, reentry, and the redemptive power of storytelling on the Everyday Injustice podcast.

Innocence Project Film Highlights Exonerees’ Struggles Post-Wrongful Incarceration

By Kayla BetuliusDecember 7, 20250 comments

The Innocence Project released a new short film, “What I Didn’t Know,” which documents the emotional and practical challenges exonerees face as they rebuild their lives after decades of wrongful incarceration.

Everyday Injustice Podcast Episode 311: Represent Justice Ambassadors Confront the Criminalization of Trauma (Video fixed)

By David M. GreenwaldDecember 3, 20250 comments

Three ambassadors from Represent Justice share their experiences of trauma, incarceration and healing, emphasizing that the system failed to rehabilitate them and that true change begins with listening, acknowledging harm and recognizing shared humanity.

Op-ed | Parole 101: People in Prison Deserve Second Chances

By Nazish DholakiaNovember 22, 20251 comments

Parole systems in the US are broken and need to be fixed to ensure that people who have demonstrated rehabilitation are given a fair chance to be released, as parole can be an important tool for decarceration and reducing prison overcrowding.

Formerly Incarcerated Individuals Honored at Career Bridge Initiative Ceremony

By Rebecca KavalauskasNovember 15, 20250 comments

A New Way of Life Reentry Project will host a ceremony to honor graduates of its Career Bridge Initiative, celebrating system-impacted individuals pursuing stability, employment, and opportunity after incarceration.

San Francisco Launches Housing Program to Prevent Homelessness for Formerly Incarcerated

By Jamie KoNovember 8, 20250 comments

The San Francisco Public Defender’s Office has launched the Homecoming Project, a housing initiative that pairs community members with individuals returning home from prison to provide rent-free housing and support for six months.

Malik Washington Freed after Nearly Four Years of Incarceration

By David M. GreenwaldSeptember 24, 20250 comments

Malik Washington was released from incarceration after nearly four years, and expressed gratitude for the support he received, as well as his commitment to service work in the community and his participation in a new federal veterans court diversion program.

From Barriers to Opportunities – Hundreds Begin Fresh Start at Compton Record Clearance Event

By Kayla Betulius, Jamie KoApril 29, 20250 comments

Creating Restorative Opportunities & Programs (CROP) hosted a reentry resource fair and housing rights summit, where 364 people began the process of clearing their past convictions, promoting long-term stability and lowering recidivism through practical, community-rooted interventions.

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