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A Tribute to Bobby Perkins

Out For Justice remembers Bobby, paying tribute to him by reflecting on the memories and acknowledging his legacy.

How One Justice-Impacted Man is Transforming Lives Through Community-Based Care

Bakari Atiba lives by the mantra, “Each one, teach one.” He understands the powerful impact of receiving guidance from someone who has...

Black Mama Bailout Means Being Intentional in Freeing Our Mamas from Cages This Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is a special opportunity for mothers to spend time with their children, receive tokens of love, and enjoy moments of...

Leading In the Right Direction: A Redemption Story

In a room filled with dozens of Out For Justice members, Aryn McLemore is his usual quiet, observant self. As members passionately share...

You're invited to United For Justice on March 22

“You have the right to remain silent”, but in doing so, you contribute to the very system that imposes unnecessary punitive and enduring...

A Mother’s Love Transcends Prison Bars

Tonya Hayes was worried sick about her son, Tivontre. She had been separated from him for two years and had only heard from him once....

"No Help Here": Behind the Walls of Work Release at Maryland's Prison For Women

Like many of us, Elizabeth Starnes-Hord woke up at 5:00 a.m. to get dressed and go to work. But unlike many of us, “I report to one of...

10 Out For Justice Milestones Over Ten Years

Tired of repeatedly facing barriers due to their criminal records, a group of formerly-incarcerated community members in Baltimore had...

Member Spotlight: Latausha Newman

Out For Justice is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year. As we reflect on a decade of engaging, educating, and empowering...

Member Spotlight: Meet Akiem

Akiem might catch your attention with his sharp sense of style, but once you get to know him he’ll impress you with his sharp, analytical...