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🔙 Throwback to when we brought some of our beautiful elders to the polls! 🗳️ Voting has no age limit, and it’s a right we all should exercise. For too long, our community’s voices have gone unheard, but we have the power to change that! Together, we can uplift our voices and make sure they’re counted. Let’s keep showing up for our people, just like our elders did, and make sure every vote matters! No matter how many years have passed, it’s never too late to make an impact. Let’s continue to raise our voices and create the change we deserve. 💪🏾✊🏾 Click the link in the bio to check your voter status! . . . . . #VotingHasNoAgeLimit #ExerciseYourRight #OurVoicesMatter #CommunityPower #EldersVoteToo #BarredBusiness #EveryVoteCounts #UpliftYourVoice #MakeYourVoiceHeard #PowerInVoting #CommunityImpact #VoteForChange #VoterEmpowerment #CivicDuty #StandTogether #VotingRights #JusticeForAll #EldersLead #DemocracyInAction #FightForOurFuture #WeAllCanVote

#REPOST 🔗 The U.S. is the undisputed global leader in locking up its own people. It's time for change! 🌍 Via: Prison Policy Init. Barred Business is on a mission to tear down the system that perpetuates mass incarceration and inequality. Join us in this crucial fight for justice and reform! 🌟 Together, we can make a difference. Join our movement and be a part of the change! 💫 . . . . . . #JusticeForAll #CriminalJusticeReform #ChangeIsComing #ReimagineJustice #IncarcerationNation #EqualityMatters #SocialJustice #PrisonReform #UnlockOpportunity #StandUpForChange #CommunitySupport #TogetherWeCan #BeTheChange #SystemicChange #EqualRights #HumanRights #EndInequality #AdvocateForJustice #BreakTheCycle #EmpowerChange #UnitedWeStand #BetterFuture

Every year, 4.9 million of our brothers and sisters are booked into jail. Currently, close to 5 million of us are on parole or probation, navigating the precarious pathway back into society. A staggering 77 million Americans bear the mark of a criminal record. That's almost 1 in every 4 people. Imagine the human potential locked behind these statistics. Perhaps the most heart-wrenching fact? Nearly half of all Americans have a close family member who has been incarcerated. That's right, look to your left and right - the odds are someone close to you has been touched by the justice system. So, the real question is - how many of you are part of these statistics?🤔 How many of you are living with a felony conviction or know someone who is? Remember, a system of justice should rehabilitate, not just punish. It's time for change.💡 . . . . . . . #CriminalJusticeReform #MassIncarceration #JusticeSystem #RehabilitationNotRetribution #PrisonReform #TimeForChange #SpeakUp #YourStoryMatters #SecondChances #FelonyConvictions #IncarcerationNation #EndTheStigma #JusticeForAll #Probation #Parole #HumanRights #SocialJustice #EndMassIncarceration #CriminalRecord #PrisonIndustrialComplex #IncarceratedFamily #AmericanJusticeSystem #SharedExperiences

Our next meeting for The Rights Restoration Working Group meets this morning, September 3 at 10:30 am! 🔎 🔁 Rights restoration is the crucial process of reinstating voting rights to individuals with prior felony convictions who lost them due to felony disenfranchisement. It also encompasses the restoration of other civil rights, such as holding public office and serving on a jury. Let's come together and learn how we can work towards ensuring equal access to democracy for all! 🗳️ 📌 Date: September 3 📅 Time: 10:30 am Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of the movement for justice reform, civic engagement, and community advocacy. Together, we can stand up for justice and create an inclusive society that provides equal opportunity and upholds legal rights for all. Together, let's reinstate rights, empower individuals, and fight for justice for all. 🌍✨ . . . . . . . . #RightsRestoration #VotingRights #CivilRights #FelonyDisenfranchisement #EqualAccess #DemocracyForAll #JusticeReform #CivicEngagement #CommunityAdvocacy #StandUpForJustice #InclusiveSociety #EqualOpportunity #LegalRights #SocialJustice #AdvocateForChange #ReinstateRights #Empowerment #JusticeForAll #CivilLiberties #GetInvolved

🔗 Breaking the Cycle: From Incarceration to Employment 🔗 Over 50% of individuals previously incarcerated face rearrest within a span of 3 years. However, when post-release employment programs are implemented effectively, they can significantly reduce the rate of rearrest. 🌟 Studies show that participants in these programs were found to have only half the likelihood of returning to prison at both the 6-month and 1-year marks, compared to the average rate. We're committed to making a change. Our comprehensive reentry initiatives provide training, mentorship, and job opportunities for individuals seeking to rebuild their lives post-incarceration. Together, we're rewriting stories of success and breaking the cycle of recidivism. Join us in reshaping lives! 💪🏾 . . . . . . . . #SecondChances #ReintegrationMatters #EmpowerFormerInmates #BreakingBarriers #NewBeginnings #ReducingRecidivism #EmploymentForAll #HopeAfterPrison #ChangingLives #JusticeReform #EmpathyMatters #TransformingFutures #EndTheCycle #Inclusivity #RehabilitationWorks #SupportingChange #BelieveInChange #TogetherForChange #UnlockingPotential #MakingADifference #BarredBusiness #ReentryInitiatives #RewritingStories

Let's create a ripple of change with each act of kindness! Every day is a day for showing love and compassion! Join Barred Business in our continuous effort to support justice-impacted people. Your donation can light the path to new beginnings and demonstrate that love knows no bounds. Your Support Transforms Lives: Legal Assistance & Expungement Services: Empower individuals to navigate legal challenges with confidence and dignity. Educational Opportunities: Open doors to new beginnings with access to education and vocational training. Basic Necessities: Provide essential hygiene products and basic needs, ensuring everyone is treated with respect and care. A Beacon of Hope: Your donation sends a powerful message of solidarity, love, and belief in second chances. #LoveInAction #JusticeReform #SupportChange #Empowerment #SecondChances #CommunityLove #GiveBack #SocialJustice #LegalAid #EducationForAll #EndTheStigma #NewBeginnings #HopeAndHealing #BeTheChange #ActOfKindness #EverydayHero #SpreadLove #MakeADifference #TogetherWeCan #ChangeTheNarrative

📢 Join us for the next meeting of The Rights Restoration Working Group Tuesday morning, September 3 at 10:30 am! 🔎 🔁 Rights restoration is the crucial process of reinstating voting rights to individuals with prior felony convictions who lost them due to felony disenfranchisement. It also encompasses the restoration of other civil rights, such as holding public office and serving on a jury. Let's come together and learn how we can work towards ensuring equal access to democracy for all! 🗳️ 📌 Date: September 3 📅 Time: 10:30 am Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of the movement for justice reform, civic engagement, and community advocacy. Together, we can stand up for justice and create an inclusive society that provides equal opportunity and upholds legal rights for all. Join us and become an advocate for change. Together, let's reinstate rights, empower individuals, and fight for justice for all. 🌍✨ . . . . . . . . #RightsRestoration #VotingRights #CivilRights #FelonyDisenfranchisement #EqualAccess #DemocracyForAll #JusticeReform #CivicEngagement #CommunityAdvocacy #StandUpForJustice #InclusiveSociety #EqualOpportunity #LegalRights #SocialJustice #AdvocateForChange #ReinstateRights #Empowerment #JusticeForAll #CivilLiberties #GetInvolved

Mark your calendars! National Voter Registration Day is just around the corner, and we’re calling on all our justice-impacted folks to make their voices heard. This is your chance to register to vote, check your voter status, and learn about rights restoration. Join us and become a part of the movement that’s driving change. Your vote is your voice. Let’s make sure it’s heard loud and clear. 🔊 📍 477 Windsor Street, Suite 204/204A, Atlanta, GA 30312 . . . . . #NationalVoterRegistrationDay #VoterRegistration #RightsRestoration #BarredBusinessFam #YourVoteMatters #JusticeImpactedVoices #CivicEngagement #Empowerment #MakeYourVoiceHeard #ATLCommunity #VoterEmpowerment #RegisterToVote #VotingRights #Sept17 #BarredBusiness #PowerInNumbers #CommunityAction #CivilRights #VotingMatters #StandTogether #JusticeForAll

As Black August draws to a close, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a towering figure in the struggle for justice, civil rights, and equality. Dr. King’s life was a testament to resilience, intellect, and unwavering activism. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1929, he dedicated his life to challenging systemic oppression and advocating for nonviolent resistance. Dr. King’s work, from his leadership in the Montgomery Bus Boycott to his inspiring speeches that continue to resonate today, has been instrumental in advancing the fight for civil rights. His seminal writings, including “Letter from Birmingham Jail” and “Why We Can’t Wait,” continue to shape discussions on social justice, nonviolence, and the quest for equality. We draw profound inspiration from Dr. King’s commitment to justice, even in the face of overwhelming adversity. His life and legacy remind us of the enduring power of resistance and the ongoing fight for a more just and equitable world. . . . . . #MLK #BlackAugust #CivilRights #SocialJustice #Equality #Activism #BarredBusiness #Nonviolence #Inspiration #BlackLiberation #RadicalChange #InspiringChange #CommunityPower #JusticeForAll #StandingStrong #OnwardToJustice #Resilience #KingLegacy #FreedomFighter #DreamForJustice #PowerInUnity

On Saturday, we had the incredible honor of being recognized at the ACLU Award Ceremony, where our Co-Founder/Deputy Director, Denise, proudly accepted The Partnership Award on behalf of Barred Business. We are deeply grateful for this recognition, which highlights our unwavering commitment to civil liberties and the fight for the rights of our people. We firmly believe in a world that is equal and just for all, and we are dedicated to rising up and fighting for the change our communities deserve. A huge thank you to ACLU for this recognition and for standing alongside us in this important journey. Together, we will continue to push for a brighter, fairer future. @acluofga . . . . . . #ACLU #PartnershipAward #BarredBusiness #CivilLiberties #JusticeForAll #EqualRights #CommunityEmpowerment #SocialJustice #FightForChange #RisingUp #Grateful #HumanRights #Advocacy #Empowerment #CommitmentToJustice #EqualityNow #PowerInUnity #ThankYouACLU #MakingADifference #TogetherWeRise #JustWorld