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April 26, 2022 at 10:16 PM

ACTION ALERT: Tell your Senator to pass the TVPRA

ACTION ALERT: Tell your Senator to pass the TVPRA Tell your senators to pass the TVPRA and end life without parole for children in the federal system Dear John, Action Alert   TELL YOUR SENATORS TO PASS THE TVPRA AND END LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE FOR CHILDREN …

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April 13, 2022 at 10:06 PM

Join us TOMORROW for Shaka Senghor's "Letters to the Sons of Society" event

Join us TOMORROW for Shaka Senghor's "Letters to the Sons of Society" event Dear John, TOMORROW is our community celebration of former Executive Director Shaka Senghor's newest book, Letters to the Sons of Society at the California African American Museu…

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April 11, 2022 at 4:20 PM

ARC Advocacy: Defending Our Gains in a New Era

ARC Advocacy: Defending Our Gains in a New Era  Every Tuesday during the last month, formerly incarcerated ARC members from across the state called in to voice their opposition to misguided bills. Executive Director Sam Lewis testifies in opposition…

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April 8, 2022 at 2:55 AM

ONE WEEK AWAY: ARC'S community activation event at the CAAM

ONE WEEK AWAY: ARC'S community activation event at the CAAM Dear John, I am pleased to invite you to the community celebration of former Executive Director Shaka Senghor's newest book, Letters to the Sons of Society. We invite you to join us for a live r…

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March 29, 2022 at 9:26 PM

Join us on April 14th for our community activation event!

Join us on April 14th for our community activation event! Dear John, I am pleased to invite you to the community celebration of former Executive Director Shaka Senghor's newest book, Letters to the Sons of Society. We invite you to join us for a live rea…

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February 12, 2022 at 1:16 AM

Inspiring change with the NFL + Place4Grace

Inspiring change with the NFL + Place4Grace Dear John, On Monday, ARC staff and I had the honor to be a part of a truly inspiring event with the NFL's Inspire Change Initiative and fellow justice reform organization, Place4Grace.   Over the last few mo…

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February 9, 2022 at 2:28 AM

Funder Spotlight: Women Helping Youth

Funder Spotlight: Women Helping Youth Dear John, We want to give a special thank you to Women Helping Youth for their generous donation to our Youth Mentorship Program! Women Helping Youth (WHY) is a philanthropic organization committed to improving the …

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January 19, 2022 at 5:53 AM

Our voting rights are under attack

Our voting rights are under attack Dear John, Please take the time to read the letter I penned to Martin Luther King Jr. urging us all to take time and reflect about the importance of protecting our voting rights. Dear Dr.…

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January 1, 2022 at 12:52 AM

Don't miss your chance to make a tax-deductible donation before 2022!

Don't miss your chance to make a tax-deductible donation before 2022! John - I hope you are spending the last day of this year healthy, happy, and with loved ones. As 2021 comes to a close, I’m thinking – as always – of my incarcerated brothers and siste…

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December 31, 2021 at 6:48 AM

ARC's 2021 accomplishments

ARC's 2021 accomplishments John - Thank you for being an ARC ally—I am so proud of what we have accomplished with your support in 2021. I hope you will consider making a gift before this year comes to a close to set us up for success in the coming year. …

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December 30, 2021 at 5:01 AM

This holiday season I'm thinking of those who are incarcerated

This holiday season I'm thinking of those who are incarcerated Dear John, Our incarcerated community members are top of mind for me during the holiday season and we enter a new year. I vividly remember how it felt to be inside during this time – the holi…

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December 17, 2021 at 4:59 PM

ARC made The Giving List and we need your help to fuel our work

ARC made The Giving List and we need your help to fuel our work Dear John, We are thrilled to announce our inclusion in The Giving List Los Angeles.   Los Angeles is home to thousands of nonprofits. The Giving List team consulted with leaders across p…

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December 15, 2021 at 8:10 PM

TONIGHT AT 5PM: "America's Justice Reform Policies: Where We've Been and Where We're Headed"

TONIGHT AT 5PM: "America's Justice Reform Policies: Where We've Been and Where We're Headed"  Dear John, I'm reaching out to make sure you saw the below invitation to join us tonight at our "America's Justice Reform Policies: Where We've Been and Where W…

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December 11, 2021 at 12:44 AM

"America's Justice Reform Policies: Where We've Been and Where We're Headed" on 12/15

"America's Justice Reform Policies: Where We've Been and Where We're Headed" on 12/15 Dear John, I'm writing to extend an invitation to ARC's exclusive "Where We've Been and Where We're Headed: America's Justice Reform Policies" virtual event on December…

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December 3, 2021 at 3:25 AM

ARC Member to ARC Staff: Jose's story

ARC Member to ARC Staff: Jose's story Dear John, On Tuesday, I wrote to you and shared the moving story of Aaron Franklin, one of my friends and an ARC Member. I believe that sharing stories of those who are formerly incarcerated, like myself and 75% of …

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November 30, 2021 at 11:59 PM

[WATCH] Aaron's beautiful story of family reunification

[WATCH] Aaron's beautiful story of family reunification On #GivingTuesday, I am honored to share "Opening Doors," a video of fellow ARC member Aaron Franklin detailing his journey of family reunification. Dear John, ARC op…

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October 1, 2021 at 12:37 AM

Not everyone is going back to school

Not everyone is going back to school  Dear John, September often evokes feelings of new beginnings and fresh starts: It’s back to school season for students and families, the leaves are changing, and we’re making plans for the holidays.  Unfortunately, …

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September 15, 2021 at 7:29 PM

Statement from ARC on California Gubernatorial Recall Results

Statement from ARC on California Gubernatorial Recall Results Dear John,    Californians have cast their votes, resoundingly reaffirming their commitment to a more restorative and rehabilitative California. As ballots continue to come in an…

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September 10, 2021 at 2:14 PM

TODAY! Join us live at 12pm PT to hear from first time voters!

TODAY! Join us live at 12pm PT to hear from first time voters! Tune in this afternoon as we highlight the restoration of voting rights for our community members ahead of the CA Recall Election.  Dear John,  Please join us this afternoon …

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September 8, 2021 at 11:11 PM

FRIDAY: First time CA voters using their voice by voting.

FRIDAY: First time CA voters using their voice by voting. Tune in this Friday as we highlight the restoration of voting rights for our community members ahead of the CA Recall Election.  Dear John,  Please join us this Friday September 1…

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August 27, 2021 at 5:29 PM

TODAY: ARC welcomes Secretary of State Dr. Shirley Weber to discuss the CA Recall Election

TODAY: ARC welcomes Secretary of State Dr. Shirley Weber to discuss the CA Recall Election Tune in this afternoon to learn more about this CA Gubernatorial Recall Election Dear John,  Please join us this afternoon at 1pm as our host and …

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August 26, 2021 at 12:08 AM

This Labor Day, host a cookout to end slavery.

This Labor Day, host a cookout to end slavery. Host a cookout with family & friends to tell them about the fight to end slavery! Dear John,  Labor Day is around the corner! As many of us prepare to take a break from work to spend time…

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August 6, 2021 at 4:43 PM

DON'T MISS IT: 12pm: Hope and Redemption Team goes statewide!

DON'T MISS IT: 12pm: Hope and Redemption Team goes statewide! Tune in this afternoon to hear about how we're spreading hope & redemption throughout California  Dear John,  Join us this afternoon at 12pm PST as our host and Executive …

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August 3, 2021 at 4:54 PM

LINK CORRECTION: Join us as we bring Hope and Redemption to 31 CDCR Institutions

LINK CORRECTION: Join us as we bring Hope and Redemption to 31 CDCR Institutions Tune in this Friday to hear about how we're spreading hope & redemption throughout California  CORRECTION: A previous version of this email had an incorr…

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August 3, 2021 at 1:14 AM

FRIDAY @ 12pm: Hope and Redemption Team goes statewide!

FRIDAY @ 12pm: Hope and Redemption Team goes statewide! Tune in this Friday to hear about how we're spreading hope & redemption throughout California  Dear John,  Please join us this Friday August 6th at 12pm PST as our host and Exec…

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July 23, 2021 at 1:00 PM

TODAY @ 12pm: Back to School: Higher Education During Incarceration & Reentry

TODAY @ 12pm: Back to School: Higher Education During Incarceration & Reentry Tune in this afternoon we shed light on higher education for our formerly and currently incarcerated community members. Dear John,  Please join us this aft…

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July 14, 2021 at 12:30 AM

ARC’s Hope and Redemption Team to Expand to 31 CDCR Prisons

ARC’s Hope and Redemption Team to Expand to 31 CDCR Prisons CA budget includes funding for rehabilitative programming, elimination of fees, funding for survivors and victims of crime. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 13, 2021 Contact: Nicholas R…

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July 9, 2021 at 2:00 PM

TODAY @ 12pm: ARC, 2nd Call, and Barrios Unidos on Rehabilitative Programming

TODAY @ 12pm: ARC, 2nd Call, and Barrios Unidos on Rehabilitative Programming Tune in this afternoon to learn how rehabilitative programming makes institutions safer for all. Dear John,  Please join us this afternoon at 12pm PST as our h…

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July 8, 2021 at 1:23 AM

FRIDAY @ 12pm: Creating Safer Institutions w/ Rehabilitative Programming

FRIDAY @ 12pm: Creating Safer Institutions w/ Rehabilitative Programming Tune in this Friday to learn how rehabilitative programming makes institutions safer for all. Dear John,  Please join us this Friday July 9th at 12pm PST as our hos…

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July 6, 2021 at 10:16 PM

Episode 1 of FREE WORLD, An ARC Original Podcast, Now Available!

Episode 1 of FREE WORLD, An ARC Original Podcast, Now Available! FREE WORLD is a podcast about women reconstructing their lives after incarceration. Dear John,  The debut episode of FREE WORLD, ARC’s first original audio podcast, is avai…

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July 3, 2021 at 12:10 AM

Coming Tuesday! FREE WORLD: An ARC Original Podcast

Coming Tuesday! FREE WORLD: An ARC Original Podcast FREE WORLD is a podcast about women reconstructing their lives after incarceration. Dear John,  We are thrilled to announce ARC is launching FREE WORLD, our first original audio podcast…

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June 30, 2021 at 9:28 PM

Three new leaders join ARC’s Board of Directors

Three new leaders join ARC’s Board of Directors Dear John,  I am thrilled to announce that ARC has recently brought on three new Board Members to our ARC Board of Directors: Kristen Renee Ingram, Brad Slater, and Toni Michelle White. They are powerhouses…

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June 25, 2021 at 1:29 PM

Join us live this afternoon for Hope, Redemption, and Reentry

Join us live this afternoon for Hope, Redemption, and Reentry Tune in this afternoon as we discuss the necessity of rehabilitative programming in hope, redemption, & reentry Dear John,  Please join us this afternoon 12pm PT as our sp…

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June 20, 2021 at 10:54 PM

Boundless: Fathers in Freedom

Boundless: Fathers in Freedom Check out our collaborative photo project highlighting ARC fathers this Father's Day.  Dear John,  Happy Father’s Day to all incarcerated fathers and those fathers who have returned home from…

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June 18, 2021 at 4:02 AM

ARC's mid-year highlights

ARC's mid-year highlights Dear John,  After the challenges of 2020, this year has provided some relief and time for reflection. We passed the one year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd. And we’re about to celebrate Juneteenth, marking the emancip…

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June 14, 2021 at 5:37 PM

Join us live on Friday as we discuss the meaning of freedom on Juneteenth

Join us live on Friday as we discuss the meaning of freedom on Juneteenth Don't miss this Friday as we discuss Juneteenth and freedom in a country where we lock up so many people.  Dear John,  Join us on Friday June 18th at 12pm PT as ou…

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May 31, 2021 at 1:01 AM

What Mental Health Awareness Month means to us at ARC

What Mental Health Awareness Month means to us at ARC Read about how we've prioritized mental health care during the month of May and beyond  Dear John, To cap off Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re highlighting our efforts to fight stigma, provide su…

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May 28, 2021 at 12:59 PM

TODAY @ 12pm: Pushing Back Against "Violent Offender"

TODAY @ 12pm: Pushing Back Against "Violent Offender" Tune in this afternoon as we push back against harmful labels like "violent offender" Dear John,  Please join us this afternoon at 12pm PT as our host and Executive Director Sam Lewis…

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May 19, 2021 at 11:59 PM

FRIDAY @ 12pm: Mental Health Awareness Month

FRIDAY @ 12pm: Mental Health Awareness Month Tune in this Friday as we discuss mental wellness during incarceration & reentry.  Dear John,  Join us this Friday at 12pm PT as our host and Executive Director Sam Lewis welcomes communit…

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May 14, 2021 at 3:02 PM

TODAY @ 12pm: ARC's National Advocacy Priorities!

TODAY @ 12pm: ARC's National Advocacy Priorities! DON'T MISS IT: Tune in this afternoon to learn how ARC is working to change the criminal legal system on a national level, for the first time. Dear John,  Please join us this afternoon at…

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May 12, 2021 at 10:44 PM

Last day to donate and win a chance to see Justin Bieber!

Last day to donate and win a chance to see Justin Bieber!  Dear John, Today is the last day to donate to ARC through our partnership with Justin Bieber! Don’t miss your chance to support justice reform work at ARC while simultaneously having an opportuni…

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May 7, 2021 at 4:45 PM

TODAY @ 12pm: Happy Mother's Day!

TODAY @ 12pm: Happy Mother's Day! DON'T MISS IT: Tune in this afternoon as we celebrate Mothers in our community.  Dear John,  Please join us this afternoon at 12pm PST as our special guest host Norma Cumpian, ARC’s Associate Director of…

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May 7, 2021 at 2:18 AM

Make a gift to ARC today and win a chance to see Justin Bieber!

Make a gift to ARC today and win a chance to see Justin Bieber!  Dear John, Pop star phenomenon, Justin Bieber, has teamed up with ARC for his album Justice and is raffling floor tickets to the show of your choice on his next tour! Last month, Justin vis…

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May 4, 2021 at 7:04 PM

Join us live on Friday for a special Mother's Day conversation!

Join us live on Friday for a special Mother's Day conversation! Tune in this Friday as we celebrate Mothers in our community.  Dear John,  Please join us this Friday May 7th at 12pm PST as our special guest host Norma Cumpian, ARC’s Asso…

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May 1, 2021 at 2:07 AM

Second Chance Month in Review

Second Chance Month in Review Dear John,  On this last day of April--Second Chance Month--we wanted to reach out and inform you about the work ARC has been doing for years in this area, the different ways we’ve highlighted Second Chance Month over the pa…

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April 29, 2021 at 12:59 AM

Join us live on Friday as we discuss Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation

 Join us live on Friday as we discuss Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation Tune in this Friday as we close out Second Chance Month discussing H.Con.Res 19 Dear John,  Please join us this Friday, April 30th at 12pm PT as our host and…

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April 23, 2021 at 3:56 PM

Join us this afternoon @ 12pm as we discuss police accountability

 Join us this afternoon @ 12pm as we discuss police accountability  Tune in today: hold space with us as we discuss the continued police violence in our communities. Dear John,  Please join us this afternoon at 12pm PST as ARC’s Executiv…

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April 20, 2021 at 9:37 PM

ARC Statement on Derek Chauvin verdict

ARC Statement on Derek Chauvin verdict Dear John, Our hearts are with the family of George Floyd as no decision today will bring him back to life. We are grateful that the jury’s decision to convict Derek Chauvin of murder is an acknowledgement that Georg…

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April 16, 2021 at 2:59 PM

TODAY @ 12pm: "Second Chance Month: Fair Chance Hiring Best Practices"

TODAY @ 12pm: "Second Chance Month: Fair Chance Hiring Best Practices" Tune in today: ending conviction history stigmas with fair chance hiring best practices. Dear John,  Please join us this afternoon at 12pm PT as Executive Director Sa…

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April 12, 2021 at 1:59 PM

Join us Friday 4/16 @ 12pm for "Fair Chance Hiring Best Practices"

 Join us Friday 4/16 @ 12pm for "Fair Chance Hiring Best Practices" This week: ending conviction history stigmas with fair chance hiring best practices. Dear John,  Please join us Friday April 16th 12pm PT as Executive Director Sam Lewis…

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