Returning to Prison — As a Teacher
JLUSA leader David Garlock (Leading with Conviction™ 2019) wrote recently about his experience for the Prison Journalism Project.
Kemba Smith Pradia on today’s criminal justice reform movement
The Defender interviewed Kemba Smith Pradia (Leading with Conviction™ 2019) during the recent National Urban League Convention in Houston.
JLUSA leader Johnny Perez speaks out on ending solitary confinement
Johnny Perez (Leading with Conviction™ 2017), director of U.S. Prison Programs for the National Religious Campaign Against Torture, is speaking out.
Watch JLUSA leader Kent Mendoza in “A Million Dollar Cage” documentary
A new short film follows Kent Mendoza and youth he mentors, as they fight for the implementation of alternatives to youth incarceration in California.
Maggie Luna speaks about barriers facing formerly incarcerated Texans
JLUSA leader Maggie Luna spoke with Texas Observer about barriers to reentry.
Marlon Chamberlain on “Permanent Punishments”
Marlon Chamberlain reveals the invisible bars called “permanent punishments” that follow people long after their prison sentences have been served.
This year, JLUSA leader Savvy Shabazz cast his vote for the first time after 20 years as a disenfranchised voter
JLUSA leader Savvy Shabazz speaks about having his voting rights restored
JLUSA leader Brandon Smith on The Frontline at Atmos
Brandon Smith is a 2020 Leading with Conviction graduate. He shares his story with The Frontline at Atmos.
