Why do we write letters to our incarcerated community? Prisons, jails, and other carceral settings are incredibly isolating; therefore we must reaffirm that no one should be left behind and forgotten. Especially during the holidays, deepening our connections and relationships and reminding people they are not alone is absolutely necessary!
This is why we host an annual Friendsgiving, where volunteers, staff, and community members come together to feast and write letters to our AOUON inside members. This year on November 17th, we wrote 1,200 letters to let recipients know that we are with them, we are sending encouragement, and we are wishing for a hopeful and joyful New Year. Along with writing, we had an amazing potluck that kept our energy in high spirits. We are so grateful for the dozens of people who showed up ready to write and to kindle a relationship with people here at the FAM Center and inside!
(L-R): Development Analyst Errol Veron and Outreach Coordinator John Cannon revealing their delicious fried turkey, volunteers laughing as they write letters, Policy Analyst Ivana Cortez, her daughter, and Family Defense Attorney Meredith Wallis write letters together. | 
