The current global pandemic can be, or likely already is, a life altering event for the citizens of our planet. Every single human is currently at war with an unseen enemy. Either we are fighting this virus directly after contracting it, or we are fighting to stay clean of it. I fully understand and agree […]
COVID-19 Alert: “Extraordinary Times Call for Extraordinary Measures,” by Terry Church Read More »
Hello, Criminal Justice Reform Supporters! The Humanization Project thanks everyone for all the help and support during this year’s legislative session. What mixed feelings we may have as the year ends. Such big hopes, so many valiant fights, some great wins, and a lot of the deep reform that fell just short. We know there’s
~ Interview with LeMar Anderson, Kari’s Husband ~ What do you spend most of your time doing now? Due to being incarcerated my days are rather structured with little deviation in schedule. Typically my day begins around 5:30 AM, with me waking up and preparing for work. Before leaving, my morning ritual is to read
~ Note from Gin ~ I forgot to include these originally, so I wanted to update this post. David is involved in so many positive things! ~ Get his books on Amazon! Interfaith Action for Human Rights: https://www.interfaithactionhr.org/ OAR: https://www.oarric.org/ Virginia Prison Justice Network: https://vapjn.wordpress.com/ Virginia Coalition Against Solitary Confinement (no official website but here is our
Trail Running, Solitary Confinement, and Finding Love ~ Interview with David Smith Read More »
*Note from Gin* Wow. I know this one is lengthy, but please read at least his first answer. So much raw real sharing about what his childhood was like. I think it can give us a real insight into how and why people do the things that they do that might end up landing them
From a Rough Start to Uplifting Purpose ~ Interview with Travis Ford Read More »
What do you spend most of your time doing? The majority of my time is spent educating myself and others on social and political issues. I do this by studying history. One of my favorite authors, Dr. John Henrik Clarke once stated that, “history is the clock that people use to tell their political and
A Positive Force Against Evil ~ Interview with Anthony M. Jordan Read More »
*Note from Gin ~ I met Fatimah when she asked a very potent question during a panel discussion on criminal justice that the Humanization Project helped host at Norfolk State. I immediately asked to interview her just because of what she was asking about. I was delighted to find such a beautiful person and really
Fatimah & Talib Muwahhid Interviews Read More »
*Note from Gin ~ Sorry for not editing. This came from the guys who have started an organization called P.O.I.N.T. (Positive Offenders Implementing New Thinking) up at State Farm Enterprise Unit over email (they have to type on these teeny-tiny-ipod-like things) and I wanted to get it up so I didn’t take the time to
Why is the 2019 election in Virginia so important for reform? Read More »
Justice is a true leader in his community. He resides at State Farm Enterprise Unit with my partner. I have known him to be driven and proactive, organizing men there for the betterment of themselves and others. He, along with a few others including my partner, have started an organization called P.O.I.N.T. which he will
Recognizing Humanity ~ Interview with Harry (Justice) Tranyham Read More »
