This Army veteran is a writer, teacher, and self-proclaimed coffee-loving book nerd. He also happens to be incarcerated. Today’s Memorial Week post highlights his voice, and the truth that “To treat a person inhumanely is one of the most awful acts there is. To do so is violence; you reduce a person to a thing.”
Remember Living Veterans: “I Need a Human to Know I Am Not Dead”
Over 100,000 veterans are incarcerated in the U.S., often without access to mental health care or support. Kenneth, a disabled Army vet and former teacher, shares what it’s like to be erased while still alive.
I Don’t Have a Spirit of Fear — I Have a Spirit of Courage and Might
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...
