Prison Fellowship® to host April 6th prayer walk event around the White House for Second Chance™ Month this Saturday.
WASHINGTON, DC—Prison Fellowship, the nation's largest Christian nonprofit serving prisoners, former prisoners, and their families, is raising awareness about the obstacles facing formerly incarcerated men and women by hosting the Road to Second Chances Prayer Walk at the White House in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, April 6th, 2019, one of many events taking place during Second Chance Month.
President Donald J. Trump proclaimed April 2019 as Second Chance Month for the second consecutive year on Monday.
More than 290 organizations across the country are partnering with Prison Fellowship for Second Chance Month, during which Prison Fellowship is hosting a prayer walk and personal second chance stories from:
- Alice Johnson, author and returning citizen who received clemency from President Trump and supported by Kim Kardashian;
- Marcus Bullock, an entrepreneur, justice reform advocate, and returning citizen who founded Flikshop; and
- Pastor Thabiti Anyabwile of Anacostia River Church in Washington, D.C.
ROAD TO SECOND CHANCES PRAYER WALK AROUND THE WHITE HOUSE
WHO: Since 2017, Prison Fellowship has spearheaded Second Chance Month alongside more than 290 partner organizations to unlock opportunities for the more than 70 million Americans with a criminal record.
WHEN: Saturday, April 6th beginning at 2:00 PM. Media check-in begins at 1:30 PM.
WHERE: Meet at Lafayette Square, 16th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. 20006
WHAT: Prayer Walk travels around the White House and ends at Lafayette Square.
WHY: Prayer walk includes periodic stops, featuring the compelling stories of formerly incarcerated men and women, telling of their struggles to begin a new life.
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ABOUT PRISON FELLOWSHIP
Prison Fellowship is the nation's largest outreach to prisoners, former prisoners, and their families, and a leading advocate for criminal justice reform. With more than 42 years of experience helping restore men and women behind bars, Prison Fellowship advocates for federal and state criminal justice reforms that transform those responsible for crime, validate victims, and encourage communities to play a role in creating a safe, redemptive, and just society.
MEDIA OUTREACH
If you are a member of the media and plan on attending, please contact Jim Forbes at (304) 780-5628 or email at [email protected] so a press packet can be prepared.