This episode of Hotlines features Chris Meeks, the Founder of Hope Homes. Chris talks about his lived experience, and how that propelled him into the work that he now does up and down the Front Range.

Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

Hope Homes - https://remerg.com/resources/hope-homes/
Remerg - www.remerg.com

This episode of Hotlines has virtual guests DeeDee Clement, Executive Director, and Jen Sawyer, WAGEES Director, from Loaves & Fishes of Canon City. They share the vast amount of services they offer to residents of Canon City and the surrounding area. They expand on how they have been a successful nonprofit in the region for over 40 years!

Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

Loaves & Fishes - https://lfministries.org/
Remerg - www.remerg.com

Emerging from the Attica Prison riots in the 1970’s, The Alternatives To Violence Project now has an International reach. Hear how ATV is working for residents in 2 of Colorado's prisons, and beyond.

Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

Alternatives to Violence Project - https://avpusa.org/
Remerg - www.remerg.com

Longtime Reentry supporter, Marcia Hannah, of A Future and A Hope, Joins Seth Ready and Carol Peeples in the CRJ studio to talk about her housing opportunity for the previously incarcerated. Marcia highlights the success of her program, and how she helps residents transition back into the community.

Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

A Future and A Hope - https://remerg.com/resources/a-future-and-a-hope/
Remerg - www.remerg.com

Tune in this week as previously incarcerated JoyBelle Phelan talks about going back into prisons across Colorado, and creating writing centers through the work of Unbound Authors. These centers allow inmates the opportunity to grow their writing skills and have their content shared with volunteers from the outside for feedback.

Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

Unbound Authors - www.unboundauthors.org
Remerg - www.remerg.com

This week, Laurie Lazar of The Realness Project joins CRJ's Seth Ready and Remerg Director Carol Peeples to talk about the work her team is doing inside some of Colorado's prisons. She explains the A.R.T. of communication and how it helps people connect.

Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

The Realness Project - www.realnessproject.org
Remerg - www.remerg.com

This week, enjoy a special episode of Hotlines! CRJ’s Herbert Alexander attended the 16th annual Colorado Criminal Justice Reform Coalition’s “Voices For Justice” Fundraiser and Award Ceremony. Listen in, as Herb Lex talks with attendees of the event, including CCJRC staffers, some previously incarcerated friends, award winner Jamie Ray, and much more!

Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

Colorado Criminal Justice Reform Coalition - www.ccjrc.org
Remerg - www.remerg.com

“Turning Bars Into Ladders”...That’s the motto at REshape Minds. Listen in as Founder Jamie Williams discusses the work that REshape is doing to combat recidivism in Colorado. She explains to CRJs Seth Ready and Remerg Director Carol Peeples how poetry has helped guide her journey. And make sure you listen to the episode in its entirety, as there just may be a bonus track!!

Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

REshape Minds - www.reshapeminds.org
Remerg - www.remerg.com