What does education inside prison make possible after someone comes home? MI-CEMI’s Prison Programming Providers Table welcomed Adam Grant of Grand Valley State University and 4C Consulting Services for a conversation about how prison education and programming can build skills, confidence, and connections that support successful reentry. The session explored Grand Valley State University’s programs…
Earlier this year, the Michigan Collaborative to End Mass Incarceration (MI-CEMI) joined advocates, service providers, community organizations, government partners, and formerly incarcerated leaders at the fifth annual Reentry United Conference at Grand Valley State University. Hosted by Michigan Works! West Central and its partners, the conference brought together people from across Michigan to share approaches…
Now in its fifth year and at a new location, the conference has garnered attention from other states’ corrections departments. More than a dozen other states have traveled to Michigan to learn best practices from programs and services available here to implement in their states, including California, Minnesota, Maine and more! This year’s conference will…
Earlier this month, MI-CEMI’s Program Coordinator, Michael Taylor, returned to prison for the first time since coming home, joining the Reentry United event at Carson City Correctional Facility. What began as a surreal experience quickly became a powerful reminder of the importance of hope, connection, and the fight to bring people home. Reuniting with men…
Employment can shape every part of a person’s reentry journey, and too often, access to meaningful work is limited by stigma, policy barriers, and a lack of support. This quarter’s Reentry Table will focus on employment opportunities, workforce development, and the systems that help or hinder returning citizens as they rebuild their lives. We are…
Budget Negotiation Call To Action The governor, House, and Senate have finalized their proposals for the 2026-2027 budget year. While there are parts to celebrate (maintained funding for reentry community services, no cuts to prison food, etc.), there are significant cuts that cause concern. As lawmakers negotiate the final budget, we call on them to:…
Be part of Truth Told, Power Reclaimed—an inaugural evening honoring the resilience of exonerees and fueling the work to restore dignity, opportunity, and community. Monday, October 27, 2025 • 5:30 – 8:30 PM Huntington Tower 2025 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226 Your ticket directly supports housing, employment, and community re-entry for exonerees. Hear powerful stories and celebrate…
Join us for the Detroit Enhanced Reentry Project Community Forum on Thursday, October 23 (6:30-8:00pm) or Friday, October 24 (1:00-2:30pm)! This 90-minute in-person gathering will: Share updates about our Detroit-based project Foster open dialogue and trust between community and researchers Gather perspectives to strengthen reentry supports We welcome community members, families, service providers, justice partners,…
Level Up Your Advocacy: A Recap of Last Week’s Webinar Last week, we held a special event designed to empower and support families of incarcerated individuals. This webinar was not just an opportunity to learn but a chance to connect, share experiences, and find encouragement in our shared journey to end mass incarceration.
As Father’s Day approaches, we turn our attention to a story that resonates deeply with families across Michigan. Fatherhood, with all its joys and challenges, takes on an added layer of complexity for men who have been incarcerated. One such story is that of Tore Price, an advocate, public speaker, and former incarcerated father who…