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Correctional Ministries Online Certificate Program Spring Courses start Tuesday, April 1st. Learn more and register: https://buff.ly/3h89M4F CM 103 Christian Formation in Corrections examines the personal, theological, process, and praxis of Christian formation for those working in correctional ministry seeking to fulfill the great commission, “to make disciples of Christ.” In addition, the relationship between Christian formation and rehabilitation is explored. CM 401 Organization and Program Development provides an overview of the principles and practices for developing and leading an organization. Research, plan, and administrate a ministry program that provides learning experiences to help those who are justice-involved encounter the person of God, the truths of His Word, the power of His Holy Spirit, and transform their thinking and behavior while developing basic life skills.

This is the best interactive course for churches, pastors and prison ministries to learn how faith has, does and could inform a response to mass incarceration. Check it out!

Through a high-quality and accessible education at #etowncollege, our Blue Jays apply their skills, talents, and intellect to bring value to their communities. View the 2023 President's Report to read about #EtownExcellence: https://bit.ly/3RkD8ML.

This essay, along with the mini-doc below, are parts of a project commissioned by the International Center for Transitional Justice examing the intergenerational effects of lynching across the state of Maryland https://lnkd.in/e7TNy2yj

Please do not message me here on LinkedIn if you hate on Black People in the United States of America and you will not support our businesses. I don’t have the time to waste, life is too short while trying to make progress and grow. We are making a difference in our communities but the red tape and racism and discrimination is still the prevalent factor that keeps many of us from advancing economically. However, you can help us by purchasing our products or contracting our services, then we won’t have to beg anyone for anything. After all, we have been supporting you every since our neighborhoods were disintegrated in the late 1960’s and 70’s. Try supporting us for a change. Our shopping carts work, and our products are not inferior or cost any more than others. We use the same point of sale and shipping systems most American businesses use, so have a heart and shift some of those discretionary funds into the Black business community and help close the economic divide. Don’t come to America and not respect our humanity and abilities because we built and help run this country, and without us democratic capitalism would crash and destroy itself. - #BlackLinkedIn #SupportBlackOwnedBusinesses - #LinkedInTruth

Proper EDUCATION, especially knowledge of self and one's history is the key to success.

The type of research encapsulated in the Children at the Border Report is essential to fixing a system that everyone across the political spectrum agrees is fundamentally broken, and to giving a voice to the interests of a community that struggles to be heard. Strongly encourage those active in the space to have a read: https://lnkd.in/ejdNU2DS

At Prison Fellowship, "Encountering Jesus Together" is what we are all about! Encountering Jesus together with you, with those incarcerated together with their families, with department of correction staff/leadership, and of course, with the Church inside and outside. Check out this video debuting "A Brand New Mission And Vision."

The persevering impacts of slavery and systemic racism continue to shape the lives of the American Descendants of Slavery. It is necessary to implement policies that address these enduring issues and work towards a more just and equitable future for this community. First and foremost, the debate around reparations must be taken seriously. The generational wealth disparities, systemic racism, and ongoing socio-economic inequality resulting from slavery necessitate financial compensation, educational and housing assistance, and increased access to healthcare for African Americans. Additionally, comprehensive criminal justice reform is necessary to address disproportionate incarceration rates and policing practices that disproportionately affect African Americans. This reform should include measures to dismantle systemic racism within law enforcement and the judicial system, as well as greater investment in rehabilitation and reintegration programs for former inmates. Moreover, economic empowerment policies are essential for the American Descendants of Slavery, including access to affordable housing, job opportunities, and business support. This can be achieved through targeted investment in communities, education and job training programs, and support for minority-owned businesses. In order to fully understand the necessity of these policies, it is important to incorporate Critical Race Theory and historical truths regarding The Homestead Act of 1862, Racial Zoning Ordinances, Jim Crow, and Redlining. These historical realities have had lasting impacts on the African American community and must be acknowledged in the discussion of new policies. It is through the implementation of these new policies that we have an opportunity to change the course of history for the American Descendants of Slavery. #policychange #civicengagement Alt text Byron Allen giving a speech at the Grio Awards

“The Veterans Justice Act also ensures that when veterans are afforded this opportunity, they will receive treatment and supervision that will help keep them and their communities safe. Drawing on best practices from evidence-based models, such as drug courts, these reforms intervene in ways to meaningfully aid troubled veterans in addressing the roots of their criminal behavior. Legislatures can look to the Veterans Justice Act for guidance on how to embrace standards to allow for the proliferation of tested treatment and supervision strategies, ultimately reducing the odds that veterans with untreated conditions will inflict greater harm on their community and themselves. If we fail to provide more veterans with this opportunity, it could have life-threatening consequences. Veterans are already 1.5 times more likely than the public to commit suicide. Justice-involved veterans, compared to veterans who avoid contact with the justice system, are twice as likely to attempt suicide. More research is needed, but this elevated suicide risk may be linked to many issues that are prevalent among justice-involved veterans, such as posttraumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, and military sexual trauma. Notably, many of these same issues are also associated with an increased risk of violent behavior and recidivism among justice-involved veterans.” Thank you, Jim D. Seward for your ongoing dedication to our veterans.