Lunch & Learn held for the CJPS Committee: Understanding Maine’s Adult Corrections System
On February 11, Representative Nina Milliken hosted a Lunch & Learn session for the Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee (CJPS) titled "Understanding Maine's Adult Corrections System." This informative event brought together formerly incarcerated community members, legislators, and advocates to explore the complexities and challenges of the adult corrections landscape in Maine.
The Inside Vision film series brings the world to those inside prison walls
In this compelling article, Dennis Perkins of The Portland Press Herald explores the "Inside Vision" film series, curated by film programmer and dedicated Maine Prisoner Advocacy Coalition (MPAC) volunteer Jon Courtney. The article highlights how "Inside Vision" not only offers a cinematic experience, but also serves as a platform for meaningful conversations about justice, rehabilitation, and the human experience within the confines of the carceral system.
Legislative Action in the 132nd
Maine Prisoner Advocacy Coalition announces its Legislative priorities for the 132nd legislature.
Black Mainers now 20 times more likely than whites to experience COVID-19 — and the disparity is growing
Black and African American Mainers are now roughly 20 times more likely than whites to have contracted COVID-19, according to data released by the Maine CDC.
