A résumé shouldn't feel like a confession.
Troy helps formerly incarcerated people "recognize that the person you see today is not a fixed endpoint, but a moving point in a longer trajectory."
His words are a call to change the narrative→ https://bit.ly/4n4eRse
#narrativechange #narrativefellows #livedexperience #ficgn
She started her college education inside prison. Now she leads prison education programs across four facilities.
Amy, a college dean and prison education director, is proof that fair chances don't just change individual lives; they change systems.
Read the full story: https://bit.ly/42KaHMO
#narrativechange #narrativefellows #livedexperience #ficgn
"Have you ever been convicted?"
Four words. One question. A sentence that never ends.
Wilfredo breaks down what a background check really does, and who it really punishes.
Read more about "America's Quiet Life Sentence" → https://bit.ly/4w6N2Ut
#narrativechange #narrativefellows #livedexperience #ficgn
No matter where you're at in this world, access to community shouldn't have a price tag or zip code.
For people coming home, being included in a community is especially important when you're re-entering a world where your network has moved on, disappeared or passed away.
We value community deeply...what value does community bring to you?
Watch the full video ➡️: https://bit.ly/4dsFF29
👤: Noel Vest, PhD
#community #education #ficgn
The system failed her twice...first in the classroom...⠀
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Then in the courtroom...⠀
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Dawn spent 25 years and 9 months inside Edna Mahan. ⠀
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Since her release, she has built an organization, earned two degrees, and testified at the #NJ Statehouse🔥⠀
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She was never slow. She was never "less than." She was simply unsupported.⠀
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#narrativechange #narrativefellows #livedexperience #ficgn
Graduation season is here!
You know what that means...
Lots of hugs, feelings of redemption and personal/professional narratives shift.
We caught up with the Rutgers University NJ-Step Program last year to see how they honor students after they cross the threshold of degree completion.
Watch the full recap 👇
p.s. we can't wait to see what you all are up to this year!
#education #narrativechange #rutgersuniversity #nj #njstep
Steven and Mario repping @ficgnetwork shirts! It’s so important to build and be apart of these spaces that enable formerly incarcerated individuals to become directly impacted leadership and support each other. 🫶
#reentrymatters #criminaljusticereform #prisonreform #communitycare #ficgnetwork
Dear Formerly Incarcerated College Graduates, the question isn't "how did you get here"...
It's "what are you going to do with the skills you've gained along the way?"
This year, FICGN connected with over 100 people who are using their credentials to do amazing work for their community.
A huge THANK You to all of the Advocates, Educators, Healers and Leaders for helping us #ChangeTheNarrative!
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Every label on a person becomes a limit.
We made this PSA to show what gets lost when we reduce people to “felon,” “inmate,” or “ex-con.”
Behind every label is a parent, a neighbor, a leader, a story still unfolding.
Changing language changes the ground we stand on.
It opens doors. It restores dignity. It makes room for accountability that does not dehumanize.
Join us. Drop the labels.
Say the names. See the people.
Take the Pledge - link in bio. #DropTheLabels
A Public Service Announcement created for FICGN (Formerly Incarcerated Graduates Network). Produced by Broadway Advocacy Coalition
Every label on a person becomes a limit.
We made this PSA to show what gets lost when we reduce people to “felon,” “inmate,” or “ex-con.”
Behind every label is a parent, a neighbor, a leader, a story still unfolding.
Changing language changes the ground we stand on.
It opens doors. It restores dignity. It makes room for accountability that does not dehumanize.
Join us. Drop the labels.
Say the names. See the people. Pledge link in bio. #DropTheLabels
A Public Service Announcement created for FICGN (Formerly Incarcerated College Graduates Network). Produced by @bwayadvocacycoalition
Join a virtual meetup on October 8th at 1pm ET! Connect with other FICGN members, share opportunities, highlight your recent wins, or just spend some time in community. The meetup is open to all members of our community, and we encourage you to take part in the conversation.
🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/4gJdpIH
📝 Can’t make this time? Fill out our quick survey to let us know when you can join: https://wkf.ms/3IdRtbX
Last call to RSVP for the 7th Annual Northwest BBQ this weekend! An amazing team of Washington FICGN members have made this event possible and we're so excited for them to gather and celebrate in Tacoma.
RSVP, donate, and learn more about the location and program here: https://bit.ly/46Dqbp9
