Category: Mentorship Resources
A New Beginning—Part 11
Marcus sat in his living room, staring at the family photo he had kept with him throughout his incarceration. His children had grown so much in his absence, and the thought of reconnecting with them filled him with both hope and anxiety. They barely knew him, and he feared they might resent him for the [...]
A New Beginning—Part 10
Marcus stood outside his apartment, heart racing after a close encounter with some old associates. Their invitation to join them in an "easy money" scheme had nearly tempted him, but he managed to walk away. This brush with his past left Marcus shaken, acutely aware of how fragile his progress was. Remembering a flyer from [...]
Reentry Checklist: Strategies for a Smooth Transition
As you prepare to transition back into the community after incarceration, you may feel overwhelmed. It's natural to feel uncertain about where to begin or how to tackle the obstacles that come with reentry. However, it's important to remember that you are not alone on this journey, and there are resources available to support you [...]
Free Resources to Champion a Smooth Reentry
Returning to the community after incarceration presents a unique set of challenges for individuals as well as their loved ones. It's a time of both hope and uncertainty, requiring dedication, support, and access to the right resources. Whether you are facing reentry directly or supporting a loved one, knowing where and how to find available [...]
Find Your Path Forward: How a Mentor Can Be Your Partner in Reentry
Reentry after any period of incarceration may present challenges. You may be encountering obstacles related to having your freedom back, securing housing, finding employment, staying sober, breaking old ties, or rebuilding relationships with family and friends. Please remember, you are not alone in this process. Reentry support systems, such as mentorship, are available to equip [...]
Effective Goal Setting Methods
What are goals? A goal is a desired outcome or result you wish to achieve. Goals can be either long-term or short-term, and you can set goals for almost any category of your life. An example of a long-term goal is purchasing a house, and an example of a short-term goal is saving $100 by [...]
Mentorship Saved My Life
My name is Amlak, and until recently, I lived through what seemed like an endless amount of poverty, violence, and prison. Although I am a product of these factors, I have come to realize that I don’t have to let them define me. Life has shown me that many people have lived through similar hardships [...]
Total Transformation
Dejon was incarcerated for 7 ½ years and during that time realized he needed to make a major transformation in the way he thought and acted. He realized the best way to change himself was starting from within and building outwards. Throughout the years, Dejon met many men on their journey to reform and began [...]
Rebelling
Vernard was 9 years old when he witnessed his mother kill his father. Without a positive role model at home, he turned to the streets and started to rebel. His first encounter with the law was at 10 years old, and he continued down a destructive path throughout his teenage years, ultimately dropping out of [...]
