Michael Ross is an Austin-based gardener, bike maven, and self-described “outdoorsman.” He discusses his upbringing in New York and Atlanta, the events that led him to Texas, and his experiences with racism, incarceration, and homelessness.
Jim Buffington, Chief Operating Officer of Bridges To Life, shares how his life was impacted by violence and criminal justice system, and how it shaped his view on healing and forgiveness.
Activism and Advocacy, Police Violence, Surviving Violence
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Liz Gonzales recounts the story of what happened the night when her son was killed, the ongoing journey of grieving and healing, and how she is turning her emotional pain into organizing in her community, and fighting for a better world.
Devan Harral talks about her experience with incarceration as a youth and battling substance addiction. Devan also talks about raising her child alone due to the other parent being incarcerated.
Stacy Bowen shares her perspective on growing up with a parent who was incarcerated, her experience of witnessing her children being incarcerated, and the effects of generational incarceration.
Mass Incarceration, US Criminal Legal System, Surviving Violence
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Shawnee Ray discusses the struggles her family faced when her daughter was incarcerated, and how her perception of the criminal justice system has changed since.