Category: Second Chance Stories
Second Chance Month – Think Outside the Box to Find a Job
In honor of Second Chance Month, we spoke with Antonio B., a post-release case manager, to get his advice on life after release. As a case manager, Antonio has worked with hundreds of individuals who have been previously incarcerated to help them get their life back on track. Listen as Antonio shares his mindset advice [...]
Same Prison, Different Generation. How My Son’s Visit Changed Everything.
Watch one father turn a prison wake-up call into 14 properties and a new legacy. Read Donald H.'s transcript below: “This is me four years ago. And this is me today. I wasn’t always like this. I grew up in a small town with no dad. Because my dad, he was in prison. He did [...]
Second Chance Month – Give Yourself Grace Throughout Your Journey
In honor of Second Chance Month, we spoke with Katelyn M., a reentry professional, to get her advice on reentering society. As a Reentry Program Fidelity Manager, Katelyn has worked with hundreds of individuals who have been previously incarcerated to help them along their journey. Listen to Katelyn as she shares her advice and emphasizes [...]
Second Chance Month – How to Maximize Reentry Resources
In honor of Second Chance Month, we spoke with Heather S., a reentry professional, to get her advice and tips to help you with your transition back into the community. Through her years of experience as a reentry program manager, Heather has seen many success stories throughout her career. Listen to Heather’s advice, such as [...]
Second Chance Month – Never Give Up on Yourself
In honor of Second Chance Month, we spoke with Rashod W., a post-release case manager who was formerly incarcerated, to get his firsthand advice on life after release. Listen as Rashod shares his candid advice on dealing with rejection and discusses the importance of staying focused and never giving up.
Second Chance Month – The Importance of Planning for Your Reentry
In honor of Second Chance Month, we spoke with Raul L., a post-release case manager, to get his firsthand advice on life after release. Raul L., who served 12 years in prison, was fortunately able to turn his life around. Listen as Raul shares his greatest piece of advice and discusses the importance of creating [...]
How Faith and Determination Changed One Man’s Life Sentence
The Early Days The sound of keys jangling against metal doors used to be Tyrone M.'s daily soundtrack. Today, it's been replaced by the gentle hum of his truck's engine as he crosses state lines, living a life he once thought impossible. "I used to think the glass was always half empty," Tyrone reflects, his [...]
How Prison Rehabilitation Programs Changed My Life: Ivan B’s Story
When effective prison rehabilitation programs make the difference between returning to prison and building a new life, success stories like Ivan's show the true impact of comprehensive support systems. Through GEO's in-prison rehabilitation program, one man's journey from incarceration to mentor demonstrates the transformative power of structured reentry support. Finding the Right Rehabilitation Program Ivan's [...]
From Inmate to Mentor: How 25 Years Behind Bars Shaped a Mission of Hope
Twenty-five years behind bars could break most people. For Jeffrey T., it became the catalyst for a profound transformation that would eventually lead him back to the very place he was once confined—this time, as a beacon of hope for others. The Path that Led Here "My long-term addiction isn't what led to my incarceration, [...]
Turning the Page: Lessons from Shaka Senghor’s Journey of Redemption
Shaka Senghor's journey is a remarkable testament to the power of transformation. Born in Detroit in 1973, Senghor's early life was marked by challenges. He ran away from an abusive home at 14 and became involved in the drug trade. At 19, he was convicted of second-degree murder and sentenced to prison. During his 19-year [...]
