Matt, formerly incarcerated in New York, reflects on the power of reading, the failures of prison grievance systems, and his hope for a more restorative approach to justice.
Civics 101: What the Hell Is Qualified Immunity?
A plain-English explainer breaking down how this legal shield prevents victims of government abuse (especially by law enforcement or corrections officers) from holding officials accountable in civil court.
Letters From Prison: My Momma
In this moving piece titled My Momma, one writer behind bars paints a vivid portrait of love, memory, and resilience. Read by a theater student in our Letters from Prison video series, it’s a reminder that even from behind walls, gratitude and reverence still bloom.
The Good, The Bad, The Change: Freyja in Virginia
This series shares reflections directly from people in prison — what gives them hope, what causes harm, and what they believe...
Civics 101: Who Represents You?
Think you know who makes the rules in your state? Take five minutes today to look up your representatives - local, state, and...
The Good, The Bad, The Change: Jeff in Oregon
This series shares reflections directly from people in prison — what gives them hope, what causes harm, and what they believe...
Policy vs. People: Communication Behind Bars
Prison isn’t just about punishment — it’s a billion-dollar business. From costly calls and messaging, to canceled visits, connection is treated like a luxury. And families are stuck with the bill.
New Series: The Good, The Bad, The Change
At Adopt an Inmate, we believe in the power of storytelling to change hearts and minds. Our Good, Bad, Change campaign invites...
Phillip Alvin Jones Consulting LLC
We're delighted to share the work of our friend Phillip Alvin Jones, a talented writer, speaker, and advocate. In this post,...
Clean & Sober 19 Years Later
On September 5, 2024 I celebrated 19 years of sobriety, and honestly, I'm of two minds. On the one hand, it feels great to be...
