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Harsh sentences have led to 1 in 7 in the U.S. serving life, & many others facing decades behind bars. People evolve - our laws must, too.
Support Second Look Laws in Your State!
https://pulse.ly/qfggvfz3xk
#SecondLookLaws #JusticeReform
Support Second Look Laws in Your State!
https://pulse.ly/qfggvfz3xk
#SecondLookLaws #JusticeReform
November 8, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Harsh sentences have led to 1 in 7 in the U.S. serving life, & many others facing decades behind bars. People evolve - our laws must, too.
Support Second Look Laws in Your State!
https://pulse.ly/qfggvfz3xk
#SecondLookLaws #JusticeReform
Support Second Look Laws in Your State!
https://pulse.ly/qfggvfz3xk
#SecondLookLaws #JusticeReform
Constant lockdowns are inhumane and can be dangerous. They happen far too often in our nation's prisons, and it's time to push back.
Text JOIN to 40419 and learn about FAMM's Life on Lockdown campaign and how you can help.
Policy Briefing: Prison Lockdowns with Jamesina Greene
Text JOIN to 40419 and learn about FAMM's Life on Lockdown campaign and how you can help.
Policy Briefing: Prison Lockdowns with Jamesina Greene
November 6, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Constant lockdowns are inhumane and can be dangerous. They happen far too often in our nation's prisons, and it's time to push back.
Text JOIN to 40419 and learn about FAMM's Life on Lockdown campaign and how you can help.
Policy Briefing: Prison Lockdowns with Jamesina Greene
Text JOIN to 40419 and learn about FAMM's Life on Lockdown campaign and how you can help.
Policy Briefing: Prison Lockdowns with Jamesina Greene
🚨 Exciting News 🚨 We’re now on YouTube Shorts! You asked, we listened—bringing you quick, powerful stories of real change. Hear from those impacted by the justice system as we raise awareness + spark dialogue. Watch now & subscribe for more!
🎥❤️ 👉 www.youtube.com/@FAMMVideo/s...
🎥❤️ 👉 www.youtube.com/@FAMMVideo/s...
November 6, 2025 at 6:17 PM
🚨 Exciting News 🚨 We’re now on YouTube Shorts! You asked, we listened—bringing you quick, powerful stories of real change. Hear from those impacted by the justice system as we raise awareness + spark dialogue. Watch now & subscribe for more!
🎥❤️ 👉 www.youtube.com/@FAMMVideo/s...
🎥❤️ 👉 www.youtube.com/@FAMMVideo/s...
🎨 Join #SundayStories! Share art that tells your story. 🦃 Thanksgiving, 🎁 Holidays, 👵🏽 Three Generations of Family. Submissions open to all—incarcerated/formerly incarcerated loved ones & advocates! Tag a friend + email apitter@famm.org 💌
November 6, 2025 at 2:54 PM
🎨 Join #SundayStories! Share art that tells your story. 🦃 Thanksgiving, 🎁 Holidays, 👵🏽 Three Generations of Family. Submissions open to all—incarcerated/formerly incarcerated loved ones & advocates! Tag a friend + email apitter@famm.org 💌
📣 Maine FAMMily! Join MPAC at the Saco Craft Fair on Nov. 15 (9 AM–2 PM). Meet Lani & Sara as they share work on key reforms like Clean Slate 4 ME, parole reform & the Prison Ombudsman Bill. Learn how you can help make Maine’s justice system fairer, safer & more humane!
November 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM
📣 Maine FAMMily! Join MPAC at the Saco Craft Fair on Nov. 15 (9 AM–2 PM). Meet Lani & Sara as they share work on key reforms like Clean Slate 4 ME, parole reform & the Prison Ombudsman Bill. Learn how you can help make Maine’s justice system fairer, safer & more humane!
Be part of the movement!
The 17th Annual Connecting 4 Justice International Conference (Nov 4-5, 2025) brings changemakers together to foster strong, safe communities. Special guest, Vanessa Rojas (FAMM), in Las Vegas!
Register today ➡️ https://pulse.ly/tdavyu7sts
The 17th Annual Connecting 4 Justice International Conference (Nov 4-5, 2025) brings changemakers together to foster strong, safe communities. Special guest, Vanessa Rojas (FAMM), in Las Vegas!
Register today ➡️ https://pulse.ly/tdavyu7sts
November 5, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Be part of the movement!
The 17th Annual Connecting 4 Justice International Conference (Nov 4-5, 2025) brings changemakers together to foster strong, safe communities. Special guest, Vanessa Rojas (FAMM), in Las Vegas!
Register today ➡️ https://pulse.ly/tdavyu7sts
The 17th Annual Connecting 4 Justice International Conference (Nov 4-5, 2025) brings changemakers together to foster strong, safe communities. Special guest, Vanessa Rojas (FAMM), in Las Vegas!
Register today ➡️ https://pulse.ly/tdavyu7sts
22% of the U.S. prison population faces lockdown conditions daily. Overcrowding & understaffing are fueling this growing crisis. FAMM’s latest report, "Life on Lockdown," sheds light and calls for meaningful reforms. Learn more and take action now. 👉 famm.org/life-on-lock...
November 5, 2025 at 3:42 PM
22% of the U.S. prison population faces lockdown conditions daily. Overcrowding & understaffing are fueling this growing crisis. FAMM’s latest report, "Life on Lockdown," sheds light and calls for meaningful reforms. Learn more and take action now. 👉 famm.org/life-on-lock...
We continually urge affected families to engage with FAMM. Share the photo below with your family, friends, and community members to help spread awareness about the vital work FAMM is doing.
#FAMMily 🧡
#FAMMily 🧡
October 29, 2025 at 3:00 PM
We continually urge affected families to engage with FAMM. Share the photo below with your family, friends, and community members to help spread awareness about the vital work FAMM is doing.
#FAMMily 🧡
#FAMMily 🧡
Constant lockdowns are inhumane and can be dangerous. They happen far too often in our nation's prisons, and it's time to push back.
Text JOIN to 40419 and learn about FAMM's Life on Lockdown campaign and how you can help.
Text JOIN to 40419 and learn about FAMM's Life on Lockdown campaign and how you can help.
October 28, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Constant lockdowns are inhumane and can be dangerous. They happen far too often in our nation's prisons, and it's time to push back.
Text JOIN to 40419 and learn about FAMM's Life on Lockdown campaign and how you can help.
Text JOIN to 40419 and learn about FAMM's Life on Lockdown campaign and how you can help.
Often families want to fight for their loved ones and do not know where to start. Sometimes, only a change in the law can provide relief. Edna offers tips on how to advocate for someone in prison.
- Got A Minute Series
- Got A Minute Series
October 27, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Often families want to fight for their loved ones and do not know where to start. Sometimes, only a change in the law can provide relief. Edna offers tips on how to advocate for someone in prison.
- Got A Minute Series
- Got A Minute Series
Constant lockdowns are inhumane and can be dangerous. They happen far too often in our nation's prisons, and it's time to push back. Text JOIN to 40419 and learn about FAMM's Life on Lockdown campaign and how you can help.
Policy Briefing: Prison Lockdowns with Brian Rowe
#LifeOnLockdown
Policy Briefing: Prison Lockdowns with Brian Rowe
#LifeOnLockdown
October 24, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Constant lockdowns are inhumane and can be dangerous. They happen far too often in our nation's prisons, and it's time to push back. Text JOIN to 40419 and learn about FAMM's Life on Lockdown campaign and how you can help.
Policy Briefing: Prison Lockdowns with Brian Rowe
#LifeOnLockdown
Policy Briefing: Prison Lockdowns with Brian Rowe
#LifeOnLockdown
The NJ Office of the Corrections Ombudsperson invites you to a public meeting & listening session to share your experiences & feedback on correctional oversight.
🗓️ Thu, Oct 23, 2025
⏰ 6-8 PM
📍Launch Center, 1201 Springwood Ave., #105, Asbury Park, NJ. Parking will be available!
🗓️ Thu, Oct 23, 2025
⏰ 6-8 PM
📍Launch Center, 1201 Springwood Ave., #105, Asbury Park, NJ. Parking will be available!
October 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The NJ Office of the Corrections Ombudsperson invites you to a public meeting & listening session to share your experiences & feedback on correctional oversight.
🗓️ Thu, Oct 23, 2025
⏰ 6-8 PM
📍Launch Center, 1201 Springwood Ave., #105, Asbury Park, NJ. Parking will be available!
🗓️ Thu, Oct 23, 2025
⏰ 6-8 PM
📍Launch Center, 1201 Springwood Ave., #105, Asbury Park, NJ. Parking will be available!
📌 Join the Prison Conditions Town Hall! On Nov. 5, 2025, 6-7:30 PM CT at Waubonsee Community College, IL State Reps Jed Davis & Barbara Hernandez will discuss prison reforms, exploring programming issues, lockdowns & impacts of lengthy sentencing.
Details 👉 https://pulse.ly/qc4h97nrkr
Details 👉 https://pulse.ly/qc4h97nrkr
October 22, 2025 at 3:59 PM
📌 Join the Prison Conditions Town Hall! On Nov. 5, 2025, 6-7:30 PM CT at Waubonsee Community College, IL State Reps Jed Davis & Barbara Hernandez will discuss prison reforms, exploring programming issues, lockdowns & impacts of lengthy sentencing.
Details 👉 https://pulse.ly/qc4h97nrkr
Details 👉 https://pulse.ly/qc4h97nrkr
Over 50 years, “tough on crime” policies have harmed families. Join Bryan Widenhouse, FAMM, and Colie Levar Long, Georgetown University, to reimagine a just system.
📅 Oct 21 | 6:30 PM
📍 Trinity Hall, Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Hosted by HT Returning Citizens Team
📅 Oct 21 | 6:30 PM
📍 Trinity Hall, Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Hosted by HT Returning Citizens Team
October 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Over 50 years, “tough on crime” policies have harmed families. Join Bryan Widenhouse, FAMM, and Colie Levar Long, Georgetown University, to reimagine a just system.
📅 Oct 21 | 6:30 PM
📍 Trinity Hall, Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Hosted by HT Returning Citizens Team
📅 Oct 21 | 6:30 PM
📍 Trinity Hall, Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Hosted by HT Returning Citizens Team
Constant lockdowns are inhumane and can be dangerous. They happen far too often in our nation's prisons, and it's time to push back.
Text JOIN to 40419 and learn about FAMM's Life on Lockdown campaign and how you can help. #LifeOnLockdown
Text JOIN to 40419 and learn about FAMM's Life on Lockdown campaign and how you can help. #LifeOnLockdown
October 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Constant lockdowns are inhumane and can be dangerous. They happen far too often in our nation's prisons, and it's time to push back.
Text JOIN to 40419 and learn about FAMM's Life on Lockdown campaign and how you can help. #LifeOnLockdown
Text JOIN to 40419 and learn about FAMM's Life on Lockdown campaign and how you can help. #LifeOnLockdown
Join our FAMMily State Policy Update Call!
📅 Tuesday, October 21 | ⏰ 6-7 PM ET
📍Via Zoom (link after RSVP)
Hear updates, ask questions, & learn how to support FAMM’s state-level advocacy.
Don’t miss out—RSVP below.
https://pulse.ly/xatimdgjpd
📅 Tuesday, October 21 | ⏰ 6-7 PM ET
📍Via Zoom (link after RSVP)
Hear updates, ask questions, & learn how to support FAMM’s state-level advocacy.
Don’t miss out—RSVP below.
https://pulse.ly/xatimdgjpd
October 15, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Join our FAMMily State Policy Update Call!
📅 Tuesday, October 21 | ⏰ 6-7 PM ET
📍Via Zoom (link after RSVP)
Hear updates, ask questions, & learn how to support FAMM’s state-level advocacy.
Don’t miss out—RSVP below.
https://pulse.ly/xatimdgjpd
📅 Tuesday, October 21 | ⏰ 6-7 PM ET
📍Via Zoom (link after RSVP)
Hear updates, ask questions, & learn how to support FAMM’s state-level advocacy.
Don’t miss out—RSVP below.
https://pulse.ly/xatimdgjpd
Join us for Advocacy Training: Your Advocacy, Unmuted! Training for X (Twitter) & Bluesky
📅 Wed, Oct 15, 6-7 PM ET
Learn strategies to amplify the voices of incarcerated loved ones in policy talks. 🌟 We've got some amazing guest facilitators lined up!
Register Today! ⬇️
act.famm.org/a/advocacy-t...
📅 Wed, Oct 15, 6-7 PM ET
Learn strategies to amplify the voices of incarcerated loved ones in policy talks. 🌟 We've got some amazing guest facilitators lined up!
Register Today! ⬇️
act.famm.org/a/advocacy-t...
October 9, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Join us for Advocacy Training: Your Advocacy, Unmuted! Training for X (Twitter) & Bluesky
📅 Wed, Oct 15, 6-7 PM ET
Learn strategies to amplify the voices of incarcerated loved ones in policy talks. 🌟 We've got some amazing guest facilitators lined up!
Register Today! ⬇️
act.famm.org/a/advocacy-t...
📅 Wed, Oct 15, 6-7 PM ET
Learn strategies to amplify the voices of incarcerated loved ones in policy talks. 🌟 We've got some amazing guest facilitators lined up!
Register Today! ⬇️
act.famm.org/a/advocacy-t...
The FAMMgram is here to connect your loved ones in state & federal prisons to our fight for reform! Policy updates, stories, and insider opportunities mailed every 4 months, free of charge. All we need is their mailing info.
Let's make change together!
https://pulse.ly/2yxewnex8z
Let's make change together!
https://pulse.ly/2yxewnex8z
October 9, 2025 at 3:01 PM
The FAMMgram is here to connect your loved ones in state & federal prisons to our fight for reform! Policy updates, stories, and insider opportunities mailed every 4 months, free of charge. All we need is their mailing info.
Let's make change together!
https://pulse.ly/2yxewnex8z
Let's make change together!
https://pulse.ly/2yxewnex8z
Tune in today, Oct. 6, 2025, at 10 AM HST | 4 PM ET, for Molly Crane’s testimony on medical release programs in U.S. correctional systems! Stay informed about Hawaii’s adoption of these best practices. 🎥 Live stream here: www.youtube.com/live/OISzkxG...
October 6, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Tune in today, Oct. 6, 2025, at 10 AM HST | 4 PM ET, for Molly Crane’s testimony on medical release programs in U.S. correctional systems! Stay informed about Hawaii’s adoption of these best practices. 🎥 Live stream here: www.youtube.com/live/OISzkxG...
Fulton "Mr. Wash" Washington received clemency from a life sentence in 2016. Now a successful artist, he talks with FAMM about how he hopes his art and positive outlook can strengthen his community.
#FreeToSucceed 💜
#FreeToSucceed 💜
September 29, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Fulton "Mr. Wash" Washington received clemency from a life sentence in 2016. Now a successful artist, he talks with FAMM about how he hopes his art and positive outlook can strengthen his community.
#FreeToSucceed 💜
#FreeToSucceed 💜
📢 Last chance! Join the final session of “Intro to Impacting Prison Policy in IL”
🗓️ Oct. 2, 2025 | 5-6 PM CT.
Don't miss this chance to sharpen your advocacy skills.
Register now for the link! ⤵️
act.famm.org/a/intro-impa...
🗓️ Oct. 2, 2025 | 5-6 PM CT.
Don't miss this chance to sharpen your advocacy skills.
Register now for the link! ⤵️
act.famm.org/a/intro-impa...
September 25, 2025 at 5:10 PM
📢 Last chance! Join the final session of “Intro to Impacting Prison Policy in IL”
🗓️ Oct. 2, 2025 | 5-6 PM CT.
Don't miss this chance to sharpen your advocacy skills.
Register now for the link! ⤵️
act.famm.org/a/intro-impa...
🗓️ Oct. 2, 2025 | 5-6 PM CT.
Don't miss this chance to sharpen your advocacy skills.
Register now for the link! ⤵️
act.famm.org/a/intro-impa...
📅 Next Week | Sept. 22 | Erie, PA | 6-8 PM ET
Join us to END Life Without Parole. Hear guest speaker Antonio Howard & watch No Way Home — a powerful film on a mother’s fight for justice.
📍 Erie Center for Arts & Tech
✨ Don’t miss it! RSVP now! letsgetfree.info/cadbi-carava...
Join us to END Life Without Parole. Hear guest speaker Antonio Howard & watch No Way Home — a powerful film on a mother’s fight for justice.
📍 Erie Center for Arts & Tech
✨ Don’t miss it! RSVP now! letsgetfree.info/cadbi-carava...
September 20, 2025 at 3:46 PM
📅 Next Week | Sept. 22 | Erie, PA | 6-8 PM ET
Join us to END Life Without Parole. Hear guest speaker Antonio Howard & watch No Way Home — a powerful film on a mother’s fight for justice.
📍 Erie Center for Arts & Tech
✨ Don’t miss it! RSVP now! letsgetfree.info/cadbi-carava...
Join us to END Life Without Parole. Hear guest speaker Antonio Howard & watch No Way Home — a powerful film on a mother’s fight for justice.
📍 Erie Center for Arts & Tech
✨ Don’t miss it! RSVP now! letsgetfree.info/cadbi-carava...
Sandra Avery's story is proof of resilience. After being granted clemency in 2015, she now fights for reform and a second chance for others.
Listen to Sandra recount her journey in her own words. https://pulse.ly/iaiz9tnzvu
#FAMMLobbyDay
Listen to Sandra recount her journey in her own words. https://pulse.ly/iaiz9tnzvu
#FAMMLobbyDay
September 17, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Sandra Avery's story is proof of resilience. After being granted clemency in 2015, she now fights for reform and a second chance for others.
Listen to Sandra recount her journey in her own words. https://pulse.ly/iaiz9tnzvu
#FAMMLobbyDay
Listen to Sandra recount her journey in her own words. https://pulse.ly/iaiz9tnzvu
#FAMMLobbyDay
Thank you for joining us for #FAMMLobbyDay! We’re inspired by the passion shown by families in D.C. fighting for second chances and reforms. Stay updated with their stories and progress by following #FAMMLobbyDay—together, we’re making an impact!
September 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Thank you for joining us for #FAMMLobbyDay! We’re inspired by the passion shown by families in D.C. fighting for second chances and reforms. Stay updated with their stories and progress by following #FAMMLobbyDay—together, we’re making an impact!
BEHIND-THE-SCENES: Our amazing FAMM families made a powerful impact on the Hill, sharing their stories and showing how second chances transform lives. They're back in society, creating brighter futures and strengthening their communities. We're here to change hearts and minds!
#FAMMLobbyDay
#FAMMLobbyDay
September 16, 2025 at 8:54 PM
BEHIND-THE-SCENES: Our amazing FAMM families made a powerful impact on the Hill, sharing their stories and showing how second chances transform lives. They're back in society, creating brighter futures and strengthening their communities. We're here to change hearts and minds!
#FAMMLobbyDay
#FAMMLobbyDay