Dear Elected Official,
The judicial system in Texas is in dire need of a complete overhaul. We cannot tolerate elected officials who are not fulfilling their duties and responsibilities to the people. It is time for us, the voters, to hold them accountable and vote them out of office. We need leaders who are ready to lead and are willing to prioritize the needs of the people above all else.
One crucial area that requires immediate attention is the parole board. It is essential that it be restructured and thoroughly examined from every angle. Instead of trying to keep individuals within the system, the parole board should focus on identifying those who are eligible and show potential to reintegrate and be productive members of society. We must move away from a system that perpetuates bribery, favoritism, and political influence, and instead prioritize fairness and justice.
Furthermore, we cannot ignore the fact that Texas is sending a staggering 11 million dollars to Mississippi, money that could be better utilized within our own state. By allowing eligible inmates to reintegrate into society and enjoy the remaining years of their lives, we can alleviate the overcrowding issue and channel those funds towards programs that support rehabilitation and reintegration. We must remember that many of these inmates are now in their 50s, 60s, or even 70s, and they deserve a second chance at life. Texas should not make it unnecessarily difficult for them to regain their freedom and contribute positively to society. It is time for change, and it is time for change now. We implore you, as our elected official, to take immediate action to address the corruption in the state of Texas. We need your leadership and commitment to put the people first, to ensure a fair and just judicial system, and to restructure the parole board. We cannot afford to wait any longer while lives are being impacted and shattered by greed and abuse of power. The time for change is now. Together, we can create a better Texas, one that values integrity, fairness, and the opportunity for redemption. Let us work together to restore justice and give those who have paid their debts a chance to rebuild their lives.
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Dear Friends,
On February 24, 2024, the Safe Prisons Dept. on the John B. Connally Unit, in Kennedy, Texas, will host a conference to present the positive effect its newly developed curriculum, CAMPUS CULTURE facilitated in the living area of every custody housed on the unit, including the Mental Health Diversion Program (MHDP) in Ad seg, Closed Custody (G5), Medium Custody (G4), Minimum Custody (G3/G2) and Safe Keeping/Protective Custody (P3/P2).
The first part of this conference will present the two elements of the course curriculum, including Campus Culture, and Compassion Integrity Training (CIT). Also presented will be how the course affected the lives of two offenders who not only participated in the course, but have now been trained as mentors to facilitate the course themselves.
Part 2 of the conference will present the full potential CAMPUS CULTURE can have on the unit andthe whole TDCJ system, with your help.
The conference is scheduled from 10:00 am-3:00 pm. There will be a lunch break. Below is a tentative schedule of the conference agenda:
10:00 am-Campus Culture Introduction (Juan Garza)
10:15 am-Personal Introductions - MC (David Fumbanks)
10:45 am-Administration (TBD Warden/Safe Prison Manager)
11:00 am-Campus Culture Overview (Devon Tave)
11:15 am-Campus Culture Personal Impact (Harold Corbitt)
11:30 am- Group Discussions
11:45 am-CIT Overview (Cliff Krcha/Kris Smith)
12:00 pm-CIT Personal Impact (Leonardo Trevino)
12:15 pm-Group Discussions
12:30 pm-LUNCH/Brief Testimonials (Armando Perez/Jermain Hicks)
1:00 pm-M.A.P.Z. Concept (Michael Highfill)
1:30 pm-M.A.P.Z. Potential (Arnulfo Ayala)
2:00 pm-Q and A (MC)
2:30 pm-Needs (Arnulfo Ayala)
3:00 pm-Close
Attendees will include Unit Administration, Safe Prisons Managers, University of Texas Medical Branch, Parole Board Members, Law Makers, Nonprofit Organizations, and Volunteers. Only 45 seats can be reserved due to space limitation so it's important to RSVP as soon as possible. You may do this by emailing Leila Amaya at [email protected]. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions. We appreciate your time and look forward to seeing you there!
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