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Only 1 in 6 women on probation or parole can access abortion care at any stage of their pregnancy w/o needing permission to cross state lines. This means for a majority of 800,000 women on probation or parole, the ability to travel for an abortion is in the hands of officers.

Happening virtually, this Wednesday 5/6 at 5pm! Join our #RisingWithResilience monthly group meeting for support in reentry & recovery!

We'll see you THIS FRIDAY, 5/8 with the People's Campaign for Parole Justice for rallies across the state ahead of Mother's Day. We're demanding fair pathways to freedom for incarcerated mothers, grandmothers, & all loved ones. Join us at the Hauppauge State Office Building!

Shouting a HUGE congratulations to the Sisters of St. Joseph in Brentwood who won the inaugural Sustainability and Environmental Award at the 14th Annual @ImagineAwardsLI! We couldn't be more proud to be in this work with you. brentwoodcsj.org/sisters-of-st-…

Most people detained at Rikers Island are legally eligible to vote. But in the last election, only a fraction were able to do so. Just 335 of roughly 6,000 eligible people in custody cast absentee ballots. A new push from NYC lawmakers aims to change that, including proposals to establish polling sites on Rikers and improve access to voting information and ballot support. Read more from @THECITYNY here: thecity.nyc/2026/04/14/inc…

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Meet Afrika Owes, a single black mom from New York City who was previously incarcerated, yet went on to graduate from Fordham Law School and passed the New York Bar Exam on her very first attempt.

You won’t want to miss this upcoming writing event on 5/16! Our friends at @PPHP & Herstory are coming together for an empowering workshop based in healing & collective support where you can shape & share your story about sexual & reproductive healthcare. weareplannedparenthood.org/A/PPHP-X-herst…

Thank you to the lawmakers who stood with us on 4/14. Because of them and the voices of so many advocates and organizers, DSS Blot has been transferred and daily showers have been restored at Bedford. This basic human right should never have been taken away.

GETTING STARTED: We’re in the Capitol to demand passage of #ParoleJusticeNY. New state data shows people die in NY prisons *every 2 days*. Until recently, it was every 3. Elder Parole and Fair & Timely Parole have majority support & will save lives & improve safety for all.

Announcing our first Gala Honoree: Alyssa Harrilal ✨ From EMERGE graduate to facilitator, entrepreneur, + now leading programs at Rosie’s on Rikers—Alyssa is the definition of #FullCircle impact. Celebrate with us on 6/17: nhli.me/gala2026 #Gala2026 #APlaceToCallHome

We are so grateful to facilitate this donation to the women behind bars at Rose M. Singer on Rikers Island.

We’re at @WomenDvrsty Annual Summit today! An incredible day full of workshops, culture & most importantly, togetherness— which is needed now more than ever. Thank you WDN & all sponsors & participants for an amazing event where diversity isn’t only accepted, it’s celebrated.

From extreme temperatures to contaminated water, many incarcerated people are regularly exposed to environmental hazards that harm their health. Here's how pollution and climate change devastate the lives of incarcerated people: vera.org/news/building-…

On May 8th, ahead of Mother’s Day, join us at rallies across NY to celebrate the mothers + mother figures behind the wall & those missing loved ones behind the wall as we demand #ParoleJusticeNY to create fair pathways home. RSVP: bit.ly/freemoms2026

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If we’re asking young people to share their stories, we have a responsibility to do it right. From the National Children of Incarcerated Parents Conference, Allison Hollihan breaks down what’s behind Osborne’s new guide, Engaging and Empowering Youth Voices—and why ethical storytelling matters. Read the guide here: osborneny.org/stay-informed/… Watch below ⬇️

Real accountability means: ✊🏾 A full, independent investigation ✊🏾 Permanent removal from DOCCS, NOT transfer ✊🏾 Passage of criminal justice reform legislation A transfer is a beginning. Justice is the destination.

DSS Blot has been removed from Bedford Hills Correctional Facility. We recognize this moment. It is the result of impacted women, families, and advocates who refused to be ignored and their courage deserves to be honored. At the same time we have to be honest about what this moment is... and what it isn’t.

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We’ve dreamt of opening a reentry home for women since our inception in 2015. 10 years later, it’s finally happening. May every woman who walks through these doors be granted with the second chance & new beginning they so deserve. You can support our home by donating or coming to our upcoming gala on 6/17: nhli.me/gala2026 @newhour_li/video/7631963771841350926?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7602359404621809207" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">tiktok.com/@newhour_li/vi…