Prison reform

New Book Details the Influence of Longtime Prison System Inspector General on Prison Reform

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Monday, November 14, 2022

VICTORIA, Aus. , Nov. 14, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Joseph Akeroyd was a schoolteacher who was appointed Inspector General of Victoria, Australia's prison system in 1924. He held this role until 1947, becoming the longest-serving Inspector General in Victoria's history. Using his experience as an educator, Akeroyd was able to conduct research that helped to change prisons.

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  • VICTORIA, Aus., Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Joseph Akeroyd was a schoolteacher who was appointed Inspector General of Victoria, Australia's prison system in 1924.
  • He held this role until 1947, becoming the longest-serving Inspector General in Victoria's history.
  • Author Ron Wilson's "Joseph Akeroyd: Rediscovering a Prison Reformer," examines the experiences, achievements and failures that Akeroyd encountered during his work.
  • In 1996, Wilson was awarded the Public Service medal for Outstanding Public Service for introducing vocational education and training to Victoria's prison system.

Homeboy Industries Announces Gift From Mackenzie Scott And Dan Jewett

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021

Following Homeboy Industries' recognition as the 25threcipient of the Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize in 2020, the MacKenzie-Jewett gift supports Homeboy Industries global leadership as a paradigm for social justice and creating lasting change for those on the margins.

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  • Following Homeboy Industries' recognition as the 25threcipient of the Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize in 2020, the MacKenzie-Jewett gift supports Homeboy Industries global leadership as a paradigm for social justice and creating lasting change for those on the margins.
  • Amidst renewed pursuit for alternatives to incarceration in L.A. County and beyond, this gift will enable Homeboy Industries to expand its transformative impactto reachmore people.
  • "We are blessed to stand with MacKenzie Scott and Dan Jewett in pursuit of a more just world."
  • To expand its humanitarian impact, Homeboy Industries is in the quiet phase of a $120 million comprehensive capitalcampaign and MacKenzie Scott and Dan Jewett's gift will be catalytic in this effort to secure the organization's bold vision for its future.

Ace Industrial Supply Supports Local Community with PPE Donation to Homeboy Industries

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021

b'BURBANK, Calif., May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ace Industrial Supply, a leader in industrial tool wholesale and distribution, has donated 400 medical gowns and 300 KN95 masks to the non-profit organization, Homeboy Industries.

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  • b'BURBANK, Calif., May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ace Industrial Supply, a leader in industrial tool wholesale and distribution, has donated 400 medical gowns and 300 KN95 masks to the non-profit organization, Homeboy Industries.
  • Most importantly, KN95 masks deliver greater protection than standard disposable 3-Ply masks.\n"We hope that our donation will provide vital equipment to Homeboy Industries of Los Angeles and aid in the recovery process of the entire county," says Ace Industrial Supply CEO, Holden Stearns.
  • In its last 35 years in business, Ace Industrial Supply has donated and supported the West Los Angeles area through various charitable contributions.\n"We are grateful to Ace Industrial Supplies for this donation as it allows us to continue helping the most vulnerable communities," says Alegria Castro, Community Outreach Manager of Homeboy Industries.
  • "\nAce Industrial Supply, Inc. of California distributes wholesale of industrial tools to a 275,000-clientbase.

Care4 Software and Homeboy Industries Create Solution for Evidenced-Based Rehabilitation

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Tuesday, April 27, 2021

"\nWith Care4, Homeboy Industries now manages case work in a much more effective way.

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  • "\nWith Care4, Homeboy Industries now manages case work in a much more effective way.
  • On-site training through Care4 Coaches ensures that the onboarding process for Homeboy Industry employees helps in transitioning from the old approach to the new Care4 implementation.
  • "\n"We\'re incredibly excited to be partnering with Care4," said Thomas Vozzo, CEO, Homeboy Industries.
  • "\nFor more than a decade, Care4 Software has been developing software solutions for clients and partners around the globe.

Amazon Studios Teams up With Homeboy Industries to Provide Meals to Los Angeles Poll Workers on Election Day

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Thursday, October 29, 2020

Amazon Studios is teaming up with Homeboy Industries a Los Angeles-based nonprofit dedicated to gang rehabilitation and re-entry of formerly incarcerated individuals to support Los Angeles poll workers.

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  • Amazon Studios is teaming up with Homeboy Industries a Los Angeles-based nonprofit dedicated to gang rehabilitation and re-entry of formerly incarcerated individuals to support Los Angeles poll workers.
  • Poll workers are largely responsible for their own food and refreshments while working on Election Day.
  • Amazon Studios and Homeboy Industries are proud to support local communities and poll workers for their dedication and hard work on this pivotal day.
  • I am grateful for the collaboration and support from Amazon Studios and Homeboy Industries to provide meals to our vital election workers in underserved regions of the County.

IRTH Communications Donates 10,000 Face Masks to Homeboy Industries

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Friday, October 2, 2020

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- IRTH Communications , a full-service provider of investor relations, financial marketing and strategic consulting services to high-growth small-cap companies, today announced a donation of personal protective equipment (PPE) of 10,000 face masks to Homeboy Industries.

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  • SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- IRTH Communications , a full-service provider of investor relations, financial marketing and strategic consulting services to high-growth small-cap companies, today announced a donation of personal protective equipment (PPE) of 10,000 face masks to Homeboy Industries.
  • Each year over 10,000 former gang members from across Los Angeles come through Homeboy Industries' doors in an effort to make a positive change.
  • With gang violence at an all-time high, it is without question that Homeboy Industries is the hope people need in order to stop the cycle," commented Mr.Andrew Haag, Managing Partner of IRTH Communications.
  • "We thank IRTH Communications for their generous donation of face masks so that we can help to keep our staff and others safe during this pandemic," commented Mr. Thomas Vozzo, CEO of Homeboy Industries.

The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation Announces Homeboy Industries as the 2020 Recipient of the Annual Humanitarian Prize

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Monday, August 3, 2020

The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation is pleased to announce that the Los Angeles-based, nonprofit organization Homeboy Industries has been chosen as the 2020 Humanitarian Prize recipient and will receive $2.5 million in unrestricted funding.

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  • The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation is pleased to announce that the Los Angeles-based, nonprofit organization Homeboy Industries has been chosen as the 2020 Humanitarian Prize recipient and will receive $2.5 million in unrestricted funding.
  • Homeboy Industries embodies the spirit of the Prize and the work of the Foundation focusing on equity, resilience and dignity in an inspiring way.
  • "All of us at Homeboy Industries are profoundly humbled by the Hilton Foundation's recognition, Homeboy Industries Founder Fr.
  • The entire Homeboy Industries team is honored to be recognized by the Hilton Foundation, an organization with such strong focus on humanitarianism, Homeboy Industries Chief Executive Officer Thomas J. Vozzo said.

Young Musicians Foundation's Mike Stoller Music Heals Program Provides Music Instruction for Homeboy Industries

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Thursday, January 23, 2020

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Created through the vision of legendary songwriter Mike Stoller, the Young Musicians Foundation's (YMF) Music Heals program is a unique, trauma-informed music immersion program created for participants in Homeboy's Workforce Development and other programs.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Created through the vision of legendary songwriter Mike Stoller, the Young Musicians Foundation's (YMF) Music Heals program is a unique, trauma-informed music immersion program created for participants in Homeboy's Workforce Development and other programs.
  • "When the interview finished, Mike mentioned an upcoming meeting at Homeboy Industries regarding a music program he wanted to start," Zooi related.
  • The Mike Stoller Music Heals program made its debut after months of planning, and was an immediate success, with the Homies and with Mr. Stoller, who attends every class his schedule allows.
  • The Young Musicians Foundation's (YMF) mission is to empower under-served, often marginalized students to find creativity, connection and joy through music.

Author Dawn Simmons and Incarcerated Co-Authors of "Letters To Our Sons" Plea to President Trump

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Friday, October 25, 2019

He will be giving the keynote address at Benedict College in South Carolina at a Bipartisan Criminal Justice Reform Event with the Presidential hopefuls.

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  • He will be giving the keynote address at Benedict College in South Carolina at a Bipartisan Criminal Justice Reform Event with the Presidential hopefuls.
  • Author Dawn Simmons, 60 South Carolina incarcerated co-authors and family members are requesting a conversation with President Trump and the BiPartisan Committee in an attempt to affect any meaningful Criminal Justice and Prison Reform.
  • As well as the bloody Lee Correctional Institution riots where seven (7) prisoners were killed and twenty-two (22) injured due to short-staffing.
  • In November 2018, Ms. Simmons was invited as a guest to the Criminal Justice Reform Summit in Los Angeles 2018.

DWI Attorney in Austin TX, Jason Katims Now Offers Drug Crime Defense

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Sunday, August 18, 2019

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Drug crimes in Texas can carry harsh penalties, even for minor, nonviolent offenses.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Drug crimes in Texas can carry harsh penalties, even for minor, nonviolent offenses.
  • That's why skilled defense attorney Jason Katims is now offering drug crime defense services in Greater Austin.
  • The majority of drug crime charges involve possession.
  • Still, an experienced drug crime defense attorney can often get charges dropped or reduced, obtain diversion for first-time offenders into a drug education program, or otherwise negotiate a more favorable outcome than the accused could manage alone.