The most effective way to end mass incarceration in this country is to begin mass education in our communities, as well as in our prisons. Even though we may be confined in prison, we are not confined in our dreams and aspirations. And the moment that we realized each of us has the power to actively shape our conditions, instead of being shaped by them, a world of infinite possibilities emerged...hence our guiding principle and theme.
Ironwood State Prison
19005 Wiley's Well Road
Blythe, California, 92225
United States
19005 Wiley's Well Road
Blythe, California, 92225
United States
Speakers
Speakers may not be confirmed. Check event website for more information.
Alejandro Ruiz
Mentor
Resident, Green Rock Correctional Center I am passionate about . . . changing the narrative about incarcerated individuals, changing lives through education, and studying the history of politics in the United States. Formerly a cargo and transportation specialist in the US Army, Alejandro Ruiz grew up a sociable and curious young man who enjoyed spending time with his friends and family, playing video games, singing and playing piano (even though he never sang or played piano well). While incarcerated, he has completed programs like Matrix Substance Abuse, Thinking for a Change, Serve Safe, Computer Literacy, Printshop and Desktop Publishing, and Distress Tolerance. He is an avid reader who enjoys history, biographies, manga, and science fiction. He also enjoys working out, food, anime, role-playing games, music, and exchanging ideas. He is someone who is always willing to help out the next individual. He is grateful to have a supportive system of loved ones.Organizing team
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Scott Budnick
Curator -
Captain Patrick Covello
Ironwood Operations -
Sgt Mike Smith
Ironwood Public Information Officer -
Anna Cho Fenley
Event Production -
Captain Brian Roe
Ironwood Operations -
Ben Yano
Production Coordinator -
Mark Taylor
ISP Core Team Curator -
Steve Duby
ISP Core Team Master of Ceremonies -
Reggie Ware
ISP Core Team Rule Maven -
Robert Espinoza-Matthews
ISP Core Team Production Director -
Ernest Harmon
ISP Core Team Rule Maven -
James White
ISP Core Team Story Teller -
Sherman Jackson
ISP Core Team Speaker Coach -
Raymond Smith
ISP Core Team Speaker Coach -
Ron McClain
ISP Core Team Volunteer Coordinator -
Johnson Le
ISP Core Team Speaker Coach -
Associate Deputy Warden Sue Smith
Ironwood Operations -
Gloria Bridget
Speaker Coach -
Anne Rice
Speaker Coach -
Marla Mitchnick
Production Consultant -
Matt Halmy
Video Producer