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Response to the January 6 Events at the U.S. Capitol

Statement from Prison Fellowship’s CEO James Ackerman in response to the events of last week at the U.S. Capitol, as seen through the unique perspective of the life and work of our founder, Chuck Colson.

By James J. Ackerman
January 11, 2021
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Prison Fellowship’s Statement on Joe Biden-Kamala Harris Election Victory

Prison Fellowship leadership urges new administration to advance policies helping men and women impacted by crime and incarceration become productive returning citizens.

By Prison Fellowship
November 17, 2020
Biden Administration | Criminal Justice Reform | Obama Administration | Trump Administration
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Prison Fellowship Praises Secretary DeVos’ Expansion of Higher Education in Prison

Prison Fellowship celebrates expansion of Second Chance Pell sites while urging Congress to make the program permanent.

By Prison Fellowship
April 24, 2020
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White House Proclaims April 2020 as Second Chance Month

For third consecutive year, presidential proclamation Supports Second Chance Month—Prison Fellowship’s effort to unlock better futures for formerly incarcerated men and women.

By Prison Fellowship
April 1, 2020
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Thank You for Believing in Second Chances!: 2019 Highlights

Second Chance Month continues to build momentum, and April 2019 was the best one yet! From changing individual lives to changing our national conversation, here are some of the highlights.

By Grayson Pope
May 23, 2019
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White House Proclaims April as Second Chance Month for Second Year

The Second Chance Month proclamation was signed at the White House on Friday.

By Prison Fellowship
March 30, 2019
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With Barr’s Nomination, Does Justice Reform Hang in the Balance?

Who is President Trump's nominee for attorney general, and how will the FIRST STEP Act fare under his leadership? Prison Fellowship's Craig DeRoche reflects on what's next for justice reform in America.

By Craig DeRoche
January 17, 2019
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‘Our Christmas Miracle’: FIRST STEP Act Becomes Law

'OUR CHRISTMAS MIRACLE'

President Trump Signs the FIRST STEP Act into Law, Ushering in a New Era of Criminal Justice Reform

by Emily Greene

"My house is too quiet," Beth Strong says. "I struggle to make ends meet. Every weekend, I travel several hours each way to see my husband during visitation hours.

By Emily Harris Greene
December 21, 2018
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President Trump Signs FIRST STEP Act Legislation-“Makes America Safer”

Prison Fellowship applauds President Donald J. Trump for signing the FIRST STEP Act into law.

By Prison Fellowship
December 21, 2018
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Prison Fellowship Praises Senate for Paving Way for FIRST STEP Act House Passage

Prison Fellowship applauds the U.S. Senate for clearing the final hurdle for passage of the FIRST STEP Act in the House of Representatives. Media conference call to be held on Wednesday.

By Prison Fellowship
December 18, 2018
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Prison Fellowship Responds to Agreement on FIRST STEP Act Language

Prison Fellowship applauds the Trump Administration and the U.S. Senate on reaching an agreement on the FIRST STEP Act.

By Prison Fellowship
November 15, 2018
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Celebrating Second Chances Across the Nation

Thank you for supporting second chances, working with us to tear down the walls of that second prison and the lies of social stigma—to truly offer a second chance.

By Emily Harris Greene
May 1, 2018
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Senate Resolution Names April 2018 as Second Chance Month

Resolution Sheds Light on Thousands of Barriers Aimed Those with Criminal Records

By Prison Fellowship
April 27, 2018
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White House Proclaims April 2018 as Second Chance Month

"We are fighting for those 65 million Americans with criminal records—one in four adults—who wish to regain their dignity and make important contributions to society."

By Prison Fellowship
March 31, 2018
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Prison Fellowship Applauds Congressional Funding of Prison Rape Elimination Act

Prison Fellowship applauds a major funding increase for the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) by the U.S. House of Representatives.

By Prison Fellowship
March 28, 2018
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