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Returning home after a period of absence, especially under challenging circumstances, can be a complex and emotional experience. For restored citizens—those who have regained their citizenship or returned after displacement—the transition often involves more than just physical relocation. Mental health plays a crucial role in how successfully they reintegrate into their communities and rebuild their lives. This post explores why focusing on mental health is essential for rest

Every day, hundreds of people enter courtrooms across the United States under conditions that reveal a deep and often overlooked injustice. Many defendants, especially Black individuals, face a system where plea deals are not genuine offers but ultimatums. This hidden crisis shapes the lives of thousands, yet it remains largely ignored by the public and policymakers alike. A recent account from Bronx public defenders Jenn Rolnick Borchetta and Alice Fontier highlights this ha

Returning to society after incarceration presents many challenges. Finding housing, securing employment, and rebuilding relationships can feel overwhelming. I want to share practical strategies that help individuals navigate this transition successfully. These strategies focus on support, resources, and community involvement. They aim to reduce recidivism and promote a stable, productive life. Understanding the Importance of Reentry Program Strategies Reentry programs provide

Former death row inmate John Thompson speaks at a news conference in New Orleans in 2011, after the Supreme Court overturned a $14 million judgment that accused New Orleans prosecutors of withholding evidence in order to help convict Thompson of murder. Thompson spent 18 years in prison, 14 of which death row, before he was exonerated in 2003. (Patrick Semansky/AP) The National Registry of Exonerations (NRE) will soon publish the second part of a study it commissioned of it