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Utah Prisoner Advocate Network

UPAN | A nonprofit community advocacy group supporting the families of Utah inmates.


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Childhood abuse is one of the leading root causes of incarceration. However, mainstream conversations about incarcerated women neglect to acknowledge the impact and existence of these traumas.

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Last night, Kari and I conducted outreach to better understand a specific area and the needs of individuals there. We’ve noticed a shift when people move indoor spaces (apartments)—while housing can be positive, it can also create new barriers. Because our services are primarily mobile and street-based, we see fewer people coming out to connect with us. Many individuals are staying inside to avoid police contact or harassment, which raises concerns for our team in a different manner.

This isolation increases risk. When people are not accessing us regularly, they are less likely to receive clean supplies, basic hygiene and Naloxone, which can lead to increased sharing and at higher risk of overdose without Naloxone or Narcan.

During outreach, we focused on reducing these barriers by informing individuals of nearby locations where they can easily walk to meet us. We connected with several community members, including individuals interested in obtaining Naloxone and learning more about our services and other services they can access close by. We also met a woman who has not been tested in a long time and expressed interest in meeting with us for testing.

In addition, we engaged with both familiar faces and new individuals, strengthening relationships and building trust. We also helped clean up the area by picking up drug paraphernalia, contributing to community safety. ... See MoreSee Less

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The Utah Prisoner Advocate Network (UPAN) is dedicated to supporting families and loved ones as they navigate the challenging journey of incarceration. When a friend or family member is incarcerated, it can be an overwhelming experience, as supporters face the complex rules, regulations, and restrictions of life separated by bars. UPAN works to make this transition less complicated and isolating by providing resources and support for families while also advocating for better conditions and fairness within Utah’s correctional facilities. Please visit our About Page to learn more.

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UPAN is a proud coalition member of People Not Prisons, a group of advocacy groups working on behalf of people with mental health conditions, people recovering from substance use disorders, and men and women caught up in Utah’s criminal justice system.

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The Utah Prisoner Advocate Network (UPAN) is a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Your contributions are tax-deductible and directly support our mission to create positive change. Information about an UPAN’s tax-exempt status and filings can be found on the IRS website. To make a donation and join our efforts, please visit our Donations page.

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