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Andrea Cruz Herself
Andrea Cruz Herself
Andrea Cruz Herself

Because every child deserves to hear "I love you."

Family connections are vital to successful reentry, but policies that limit visitation and communication can break these bonds.

Join us in advocating for policies that make it easier for families to stay connected during incarceration and beyond.


2M+

2M+

children have a parent incarcerated in the U.S.

children have a parent incarcerated in the U.S.

50%+

50%+

of incarcerated individuals report no in-person visits during their sentence.

of incarcerated individuals report no in-person visits during their sentence.

Studies have shown that prison visitation can reduce recidivism rates by 26%.

Who Is Affected?

The impact of incarceration stretches far beyond the individual who is imprisoned.


Families, especially children, are disproportionately affected by separation.


Families of incarcerated individuals face emotional, financial, and logistical barriers that often lead to fractured relationships.

The History of Family Separation and Incarceration

1970s - The War on Drugs intensifies, leading to mass incarceration and more family separations.

1990s - Prisons begin to implement strict visitation policies, limiting family access.

2000s - Increased advocacy for family reunification and reforms to visitation policies.

Current Day - Families continue to advocate for easier access to communication and visitation for incarcerated loved ones.

The History of Family Separation and Incarceration

1970s - The War on Drugs intensifies, leading to mass incarceration and more family separations.

1990s - Prisons begin to implement strict visitation policies, limiting family access.

2000s - Increased advocacy for family reunification and reforms to visitation policies.

Current Day - Families continue to advocate for easier access to communication and visitation for incarcerated loved ones.

The History of Family Separation and Incarceration

1970s - The War on Drugs intensifies, leading to mass incarceration and more family separations.

1990s - Prisons begin to implement strict visitation policies, limiting family access.

2000s - Increased advocacy for family reunification and reforms to visitation policies.

Current Day - Families continue to advocate for easier access to communication and visitation for incarcerated loved ones.

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What does the exception clause mean?

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How can ending the exception benefit society?

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What does the exception clause mean?

Why is forced labor considered harmful?

How can ending the exception benefit society?

What can I do to help?

Help Us Reconnect Families

Stronger family connections are crucial to breaking the cycle of incarceration.

Advocating for policies that prioritize family reunification is an investment in the future of our communities.

Sign the petition to support reforms that make it easier for families to stay in touch with incarcerated loved ones and help rebuild relationships.

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