NYS Parole Reform Campaign

NYS Parole Reform Campaign

We are a coalition of organizations and individuals working to change unfair and unjust parole policies. Please use this site to take action, gather information, and stay informed. Together we can make a difference!

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My Son Is Not a Threat to Anyone

His mother describes her son who is respected by people who've met him while volunteering in prison, by many prison staff, and by those who are incarcerated with him.

Mother’s tears
Interview filmed at CSS Legislative Advocacy Day May 10 2011
My Son Is Not a Threat to Anyone
His mother describes her son who is respected by people who've met him while volunteering in prison, by many prison staff, and by those who are incarcerated with him.
Let My Dad Come Home!
Ariel is 19, has never seen her dad outside of prison. She hopes he'll be granted parole at his hearing in a few days.
Virginia woman compares their system with NY's
She was incarcerated in Virginia which does not have parole. She describes her experience and we can compare it with ours.
I’m worried.
Her husband will see the parole board in 2013.
A Caller Tells Her Husband's Story
"My New York state parole story is about my husband." - Caller to the StoryLine
Start a New Life
A powerful story of waiting for parole and hoping for a better future together.
Your Stories Matter
Judith Brink encourages you to share your story. Call
I was only released 90 days ago
"I really want to take action on parole. We need to bring more awareness about what a person has accomplished while in prison.
14,200 nights of lying in bed
One man's story about being incarcerated for almost 40 years and facing up to how his actions impacted people and the community.
Released to parole, still being denied
Grave Prison Yards
A poem from our archive to help launch the NYS Parole Reform campaign.