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Friends & Family Committee

Comité de Amigos y Familia

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Thursdays 8:00 PM EST Secure Signal Group
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Committee Objectives

  • Unite Families: Create a strong, supportive network for families of the incarcerated.
  • Political Force: Organize as a collective power to demand prisoners' rights and systemic change.
  • Self-Sufficiency: Help families become independent through resources and training.
  • Protection: Investigate abuses and advocate for the safety of our loved ones inside.

Committee Leadership

President (Primero)
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Leads the committee's mission to unite families and organizes national advocacy efforts.
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Segundo
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Supports the President and manages the day-to-day operations of family support services.
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Asesor
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Provides guidance on rights, legal navigation, and strategic advocacy for families.
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Secretary
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Manages case files, meeting minutes, and connects families with the right resources.
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Treasurer
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Manages the benevolence fund, emergency financial aid, and family assistance accounts.
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Coordinator
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Coordinates workshops, vocational training programs, and volunteer activities.
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Advocacy Calendar

OCT 15 12:00 PM
Protest

Justice for Inmates Rally

State Capitol Steps, Albany NY

Join Action
OCT 22 09:00 AM
Lobby Day

Parole Reform Advocacy

City Hall, Trenton NJ

RSVP
NOV 05 06:00 PM
Workshop

Family Ties Bonding Session

Community Center, Bronx

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Political Action Committee (PAC)

Fighting for legislative change & representation

Our PAC mobilizes resources to support candidates who champion criminal justice reform and fight against policies that tear families apart.

Policies We Support

Parole Reform Act

Increasing transparency and reducing arbitrary denials for parole hearings.

Family Unity Bill

Ensuring visitation rights and stopping remote transfer of prisoners away from families.

Policies We Oppose

Mandatory Minimums

Strict sentencing guidelines that remove judicial discretion and tear apart families.

Solitary Confinement Expansion

Any legislation seeking to expand the use of isolated confinement in state facilities.

Programs & Services

Legal Services

Legal aid for prisoners and families, including appeals, habeas corpus, and family law.

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Family Housing Assistance

Support for families facing housing insecurity due to incarceration of a primary earner.

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Food Assistance Program

Monthly food boxes and nutritional support for families in financial crisis.

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Transportation to Prisons

Shuttle services and travel subsidies to help families visit incarcerated loved ones.

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Employment Placement

Job readiness training and connections to fair employers for spouses and family members.

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Vocational Training

Skills training for adults & children in trades, tech, and creative industries.

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Life Skills Workshops

Financial literacy, time management, and coping strategies for daily challenges.

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Parenting Skills

Strategies for single parents and maintaining parental bonds during incarceration.

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Family Ties & Bonding

Workshops focused on maintaining strong emotional connections despite separation.

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Sports & Athletics

Youth leagues and family sports events to promote health, teamwork, and community.

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Art, Music & Film Production

Creative outlets for expression: Recording studios, film editing, and art therapy.

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Scholarships

Educational scholarships for prisoners (correspondence courses) and their children.

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Child Care for Working Parents

Providing safe childcare solutions so working parents can maintain employment.

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Pen-Pal Connection

Connecting prisoners without family support with volunteers for correspondence and encouragement.

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Incident Response Unit

Advocacy & Investigation Team

This unit investigates reports of abuse, negligence, or rights violations by prison personnel. We mobilize to document grievances, visit facilities, and demand accountability from officials.

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