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Kris Henderson Talks About Our Lawsuit Against Life Without Parole on WPFM

November 10, 2021
In Pennsylvania, people are sentenced to mandatory life without parole if they participate in a felony, such as a robbery, that results in someone's...
A member of Free Them to Heal US holds a sign that says 'I believe in 2nd Chance because people should pay for one mistake with their lives!! Free My Uncle. 38 years is too long!!!

Free Them to Heal Us Members Show Support for Second Chances in PA

November 3, 2021
With thousands of people sentenced to life without parole and long term sentences, Pennsylvania leads the world in the number of people sentenced to...
Image shows a man standing in a prison jumpsuit in front of a book that reads 'WEology: Transformative Justice in Practice' and which features a number of butterflies on the cover. Graphic also reads '10.26.21' book release and panel'

October 26: Special Event About Transformative Justice Behind Prison Walls

October 20, 2021
The prison walls obscure it, but everyday there are people incarcerated in PA state prisons who are trying to help people heal and change for the...
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Philly City Council Curbs Police Power to Stop Drivers for Minor Violations

October 19, 2021
Broken tail light or headlight, expired inspection or emissions sticker, obstructed license plate, bumper issues… For as long as these minor traffic...
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The Fight for Non-Police Responses to Mental Health Emergencies Continues

October 13, 2021
October 26, 2020 is a day that will remain etched on our hearts. Still reeling from the murder of George Floyd and the nationwide uprisings thereafter...