In this episode of Fathers and Children Together, co-hosts Kempis “Ghani” Songster and Faith Bonney speak with Kalyn Walker, who was granted parole from SCI Phoenix and released on Sunday, January 12, 2025. Kalyn graduated from the F.A.C.T. Experience alongside his daughter in 2023—a transformative program designed to strengthen bonds between incarcerated fathers and their children and help break the cycle of incarceration. He also shares the emotional moment he reunited with his son and daughter following his release.

Learn more about the powerful work of the F.A.C.T. Experience at factexperience.org.

In this episode of F.A.C.T. – Fathers and Children Together, co-hosts Kempis “Ghani”
Songster and Faith Bonney speak with Akea Williams, MA, LPC—a licensed therapist
and passionate advocate for children impacted by parental incarceration. As a child of
an incarcerated father herself, Akea brings both personal insight and professional
expertise to the conversation. She shares her involvement with the F.A.C.T. The program
deepened her understanding of the powerful role open dialogue and emotional support
play in rebuilding family bonds

Learn more about the powerful work of the F.A.C.T. Experience at factexperience.org.

In this episode of F.A.C.T. – Fathers and Children Together, co-hosts Kempis "Gani" Songster and Faith Bonney speak with Kaylyn Hildreth and her son Ka'Deem, participants in the transformative F.A.C.T. program. Designed to strengthen the bond between incarcerated fathers and their children, the initiative fosters healing through guided visits, open conversations, and ongoing family support. Kaylyn shares her experience as a mother helping her son navigate complex emotions, rebuild trust, and maintain a meaningful connection with his father. Their story is a powerful testament to resilience, love, and the impact of keeping families whole—even in the face of incarceration.

Learn more about the powerful work of the F.A.C.T. Experience at factexperience.org.