Issue #6 April 16, 2018 Virginia Prison Justice Network newsletter: a resource for prisoners and th
Read the latest edition and share this link to keep up with prison reform/justice news in Virginia. https://www.scribd.com/document/376546392/Prison-Newsletter-6 NOTE. I just notice a mistake in the newsletter. If prisoners want to share their stories on toxic prison, send to CFJ PO Box 299, Blacksburg, VA 24060. In the newsletter, the zipcode is wrong. Sorry all.
Two Proposals for Good Credit Allowances
The state of Virginia is about to exceed one billion dollars in annual spending on correctional institutions alone and taxpayers wallets are footing the bill to keep prison populations in Virginia at its capacity. The Justice Department continues to bring proposals to Virginia lawmakers about cutting prison time for certain non-violent offenders but Virginia lawmakers continue to reject these proposals which they are correct in doing so. I say this because by cutting prison
Moving Forward, A Prisoner's Re-entry Plan
Peace and Blessings, I believe in the power of activism and self-determination on behalf of the people. Throughout my 17 years of incarceration I've made every effort to create programs and build relationships with the youth, especially those who lack confidence, for me there's nothing worse than a person who lacks confidence, particularly the youth. I'm also a veteran of the United States Army so much of the discipline and skill I required while enlisted I use in my efforts