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Recognizing the Work That Often Goes Unseen: A 2025 Message of Appreciation from UPAN to UDC

December 19, 2025 By UPAN

As 2025 comes to a close, the Utah Prisoner Advocate Network (UPAN) took time to formally express gratitude to the many individuals and teams across the Utah Department of Corrections who work every day within a complex, demanding, and often unseen system. This year-end letter, authored by UPAN Cofounder Molly G. Prince on behalf of the UPAN Board of Directors, was shared … [Read more...]

How to Advocate for Our Incarcerated Loved Ones in Utah’s Prison System

January 13, 2025 By Molly Prince

In our January 2025 UPAN Monthly Meeting, Molly Prince (UPAN Cofounder) and Amanda Bixman (UPAN Director of Programming Issues) delivered an insightful presentation titled, “How to Advocate for Our Incarcerated Loved Ones in Utah’s Prison System.” This presentation was designed to empower families and supporters of incarcerated individuals with the tools and strategies needed … [Read more...]

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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.

Recognizing the Work That Often Goes Unseen: A 2025 Message of Appreciation from UPAN to UDC

How to Advocate for Our Incarcerated Loved Ones in Utah’s Prison System

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UPAN Monthly Meeting | Topic: TBA

UPAN Monthly Meeting | Topic: TBA

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