Justice Reinvestment Archives - Utah Prisoner Advocate Network

Op-ed: Don’t Let Unfounded Neighborhood Fears Derail Justice Reform | The Salt Lake Tribune

May 16, 2015 By Molly Prince

Source: Op-ed: Don't let unfounded neighborhood fears derail justice reform | The Salt Lake Tribune Here is a link to an OP Ed that was in Sunday's SL Tribune by Anna Brower, (Public Policy Analyst ACLU, Molly Prince (UPAN President), and Adam Cohen (CEO of Odessey House). … [Read more...]

Op-ed: For a safer society, send fewer to prison

January 23, 2015 By Molly Prince

There is a great OP ED article regarding support for the criminal justice reform legislation that will be proposed this legislative session today in the Salt Lake Tribune. It is written by Rollin Cook, Executive Director of Department of Corrections, John King, Provo Police Chief, and Jim Tracy , Utah County Sheriff. View Article at Salt Lake Tribune's Website CCJJ … [Read more...]

Faith in Reform: Breaking Every Chain!

January 12, 2015 By UPAN

A totally non-boring mini-Summit about grassroots criminal justice reform in Utah For anyone and everyone who is working for positive change in their faith community, through their professional work, as part of a community organization or even totally on their own! 9:30 to 10:00 - Sign in, grab coffee, find a seat, meet some new folks 10:00 to 10:20 - Welcome, … [Read more...]

UPAN Meetings are held on the 2nd Monday every month from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm unless otherwise noted. We do not meet in July and December. See Upcoming Events above for locations and topics. Free and open to the public, all are welcome.

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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.