A New Way of Life

What happens when we dare to dream beyond survival? Susan Burton shows healing, community, and new opportunities. Story by Claire Peeps. Read and reimagine what's possible. #Reentry #Anewwayoflife #Healingjustice clairepeeps.substack.com/p/dreaming-fur…

E spent nearly 12 years incarcerated. Just 2 months home, she’s already rebuilding her future. Through the SAFE Housing Network, she found support, secured a job in under a month, and reunited with her children after more than a decade apart. #FreedomWork #ANWOL #SAFE

Your past shouldn’t define your future. Incarceration creates barriers to jobs, education, and family stability but second chances open the door to dignity and purpose. At A New Way of Life, we help people rebuild and create a better future. #ANWOL #SecondChanceMonth

Join Foothill Alumnae, A New Way of Life & LA County for a 2-part Expungement Workshop! Register via link below, live scans & fee waivers. Questions? Email dstfac.socialaction@gmail.com docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

A New Way of Life founder Susan Burton will speak at TED2026 on April 15th! Her powerful story has inspired many, and she’s a leading voice in reentry and changing the narrative around incarceration. #TED #TED2026

At A New Way of Life Reentry Project, we believe in the power of second chances. Second Chance Month serves as a powerful reminder that everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive, free from the stigma of their past mistakes. #ANWOL #FreedomWork #SecondChanceMonth

A New Way of Life honors Farmworkers Day, standing with the laborers who sustain our communities. We uplift fair wages, safe conditions, and dignity for all including those on the path of reentry. #ANWOL #Reentry #FarmworkersDay #FreedomWork

Save the date! A New Way of Life’s 2026 Gala, Radical Reentry: Global Impact, honors formerly incarcerated leaders redefining reentry through healing, empowerment & community. Join us: donate.anewwayoflife.org/event/a-new-wa… #Gala2026 #RadicalReentry #GlobalImpact #ANWOL #FreedomWork

It's Women's History Month! A New Way of Life Reentry Project honors trailblazers like Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to Congress. #womenshistorymonth #Reentry #ANWOL

It's Women's History Month! A New Way of Life Reentry Project honors Tonie Willis, a powerful advocate expanding opportunities for those impacted by incarceration. #womenshistorymonth #Reentry #ANWOL

Applications for WOJO are open! The deadline is Tuesday, March 31, 5:00 pm PST. For any questions email wojo@anewwayoflife.org. #ANWOL #WOJO #Reentry #FreedomWork

Celebrated our CBI Graduation this week! Our 8-week Career Bridge program empowers system-impacted individuals (18+) with tools and support for stable employment and career growth. Congrats to all our graduates, we’re so proud of you! #ANWOL #CareerBridge #Reentry #FreedomWork

This Women’s History Month, A New Way of Life Reentry Project honors women who create pathways for others. This week we recognize Malala Yousafzai, whose courage in standing up for girls’ education continues to inspire change. #WomensHistoryMonth #Reentry #ANWOL

A New Way of Life: Reentry Project honors the transformative work of Vonya Quarles, who empowers formerly incarcerated women to rebuild their lives with dignity and purpose. #womenshistorymonth #communityleadership #resilience #womeninhistory

Today is National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day! Learn, test early, and support Native communities. Find testing: hiv.gov. #NativeHIVAIDS #Awareness

A New Way of Life (ANWOL) stands in solidarity with Dolores Huerta, Ana Murguia, Debra Rojas and all survivors, including those who have shared their stories and those who continue to carry their experiences privately. #ANWOL #FreedomWork #DoloresHuerta

Join us today for our All of Us or None monthly membership meeting! If you would like to RSVP, you can do so with the link in our bio! We hope to see you there! #ANWOL #AOUON #FreedomWork #AllOfUsOrNone

We're hiring! A New Way of Life is hiring for multiple positions! We are looking for passionate individuals to join our team! Explore our job openings and be apart of our freedom work. Apply here: anewwayoflife.org/careers/ #Reentry #FreedomWork #NowHiring

Join us on March 18th for our Virtual Reentry Legal Clinic! We will be assisting with family reunification, expungements, and occupational licensing. If you would like to attend, call (323)-563-3575, ext 6. #ANWOL #Reentry #LegalClinic #FreedomWork

Susan Burton and A New Way of Life were featured in Lauren Halsey’s architectural park, Sister Dreamer. We’re honored to be part of a space that celebrates community, culture, and collective transformation. #ANWOL #LaurenHalsey #FreedomWork #SouthCentral