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FAMM testified in Maine this week! FAMM's Bryan Widenhouse testified remotely last week to the Maine Legislative Study Commission to Examine the Intersection of Parole and Current Sentencing Practices. Text JOIN to 40419 to help Bryan fight for reform!

Update to a story from us! It's great news for one family, but there is still important work to be done for more. Please share widely. pulse.ly/vwkcrlzgnd

Imagine being a child and suddenly losing contact with your father, not knowing when you'll hear his voice again. For families like Alison's, repeated prison lockdowns mean weeks without phone calls, visits, or even reassurance that their loved ones are okay. Prison lockdowns don't just affect those incarcerated. They impact entire families, especially children. This is why independent prison oversight matters. Families deserve transparency, accountability, and answers. 🔗 Read Alison's story and learn more about the need for prison oversight at the link in our bio. #PrisonOversight #VisitAPrison #FAMM #FamiliesMatter

Caption: Main - Imagine going years without basic dental care, only to lose your teeth because treatment came too late. For far too many incarcerated people, this is a reality. Inadequate dental care can lead to lasting health complications, unnecessary suffering, and permanent damage. This is why independent prison oversight matters. Basic healthcare should never depend on someone's sentence length, and accountability should never be optional. 🔗 Visit the link in our bio to learn more about prison oversight, participate in our member polls, and take action. #PrisonOversight #PrisonReform #HealthcareIsAHumanRight #FAMM

Menopause, reproductive health, and aging shouldn't mean suffering in silence behind prison walls. When women's medical needs are ignored or dismissed, who is holding prisons accountable? Independent prison oversight can help expose medical neglect, demand transparency, and protect the health and dignity of incarcerated women. 🔗 Visit the link in our bio to learn more about prison oversight, participate in our member polls, and urge lawmakers to take action. #PrisonOversight #WomensHealth #FAMM #PrisonReform

True justice reform requires voices from both sides of the prison wall. During his incarceration, author Maurice McDonald took his fight for personal freedom and transformed it into systemic advocacy. Tonight, FAMM President Dr. Shaneva D. McReynolds sits down with Maurice for a focused discussion on building effective, sustained advocacy from behind bars. Beyond the Sentence With Shaneva: How One Man Became a Powerhouse Advocate From Behind Bars Date: TONIGHT - Tuesday, October 27, 2026 Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET Platform: Virtual (Zoom) This session will examine the practical strategies, mindset, and collaborative efforts necessary for individuals and families navigating the justice system to become formidable voices for legislative and policy change. Registration is free but required for entry: pulse.ly/vhlxc1tiid #CriminalJusticeReform #Advocacy #SentencingReform #PolicyChange #Leadership #JusticeInitiatives

What happens when lawmakers see prison conditions for themselves? Following the screening of The Alabama Solution, we're taking a closer look at FAMM's Visit a Prison initiative in our report. Our report explores the importance of seeing conditions firsthand, the policy behind the initiative, and how greater transparency can strengthen accountability. Want to learn more or get involved? Click the link in our bio to explore the report, take our member polls, and find out how to contact your lawmakers about prison conditions.

We recently sent out our FAMMgram newsletter into prisons across the U.S. Did your loved one get it? If not, make sure to sign them up for our upcoming issue here: pulse.ly/yhhxutlwak

Real reform often begins from within prison walls. While incarcerated, Maurice McDonald refused to sit idly by. He transformed his personal fight for freedom into a dedicated movement for justice. Now, he’s joining FAMM President Dr. Shaneva D. McReynolds to share exactly how he did it. If your incarcerated loved one has the drive to advocate but needs practical tools and insight, this session is for you. Expect candid conversation, actionable guidance, and an uplifting dose of optimism and vision. 🗓️ Tuesday, October 27, 2026 ⏰ 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET 📍 Live on Zoom 🔗 Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Tap the link in our bio to claim your free spot! #FAMM #SentencingReform #CriminalJusticeReform #SecondChances #AdvocacyInAction #BeyondTheSentence #FAMMily pulse.ly/ml1et8h180

Our autumn FAMMgram is live! Read Dr. @ShanevaMcR’s reflections on 35 years of advocacy, state and federal policy updates, and powerful stories from Terrance Stanton and Dwayne White. Families’ voices must not be ignored. Read the full issue: pulse.ly/pfnqyu8xr1

Did you know? Extreme sentences mean tens of thousands die in prison with zero chance at parole. ⏳ Oct 24 is National LWOP Awareness Day. Join us to restore the right to hope. 🌱🕊️ ✍️ Sign on to stand with us: pulse.ly/lb1qnjhfgi (Link also in bio) #NationalLWOPAwarenessDay #DropLWOP #DeathByIncarceration #SecondLook

At FCI Dublin, incarcerated women endured sexual abuse by staff at a facility known as the “rape club.” Closing a prison doesn't fix the failures that allowed abuse to persist. Independent oversight can help expose harm and demand accountability. Learn more about prison oversight, participate in our member polls, and urge lawmakers to take action. Visit the link in our bio. #PrisonOversight #FCIDublin #PrisonReform

FAMM applauds Gov. Newsom for his recent clemency grants. Clemency reflects the core FAMM principle that people can change and our criminal justice system should reflect that.

This is exactly what FAMM's Visit a Prison Campaign is meant to overcome. When people in power visit prisons, they should be able to see what it is REALLY like, not a cultivated version of what is most presentable. Wondering what impact our Visit a Prison campaign has had since we kicked it off in 2022? Come back Monday when we're launching our Visit a Prison report! pulse.ly/csy9m3cm0m

Does tough-on-crime mean safety? What are your thoughts on this piece from Vera? pulse.ly/ucui0l9ote

For incarcerated people, prison lockdowns can mean losing access to basic necessities and communication with loved ones. This is why independent prison oversight matters. Read the full story and click the link in our bio to take our member polls, share your experiences, and find out how to contact your lawmakers about prison conditions.

Independent prison oversight could be the missing link between you and your incarcerated loved one. Want to learn more or get involved? Click the link in our bio to take our member polls, share your experiences, and find out how to contact your lawmakers about prison conditions.

"Human beings are wired for touch." What are your thoughts about video-only visits and the issues that this article brings up? pulse.ly/bxs2ma0jrq

National Life Without Parole Awareness Day is approaching! Mark your calendars - 10/24/26. Get involved here: pulse.ly/jv73z3uiit