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Get to know the Humans behind the bars. Find stories, letters, and interviews written by people in prisons around the world.

Introducing

Marion, 68

We’ve all heard those stories of special, almost miraculous events that have happened to others. But if you’re like me,…
Barry
May 14, 2024
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Hugo, 31

Growing up in poverty and being abandoned by my father at three, I had less than others due to only…
Barry
May 14, 2024
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Shane, 45

I went to the old chapel to facilitate the Buddhist group. I have been the leader since 2015 and continue…
Barry
May 14, 2024
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Lucas, 38

As I wait anxiously for my son, my stomach is in knots. Music is playing, and volunteers are clapping throughout…
Barry
May 14, 2024
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Travis, 42

This poem, Two-tone Shoes, and a New Suit, came about when Simon, my son, sent me a photograph of himself…
Barry
May 8, 2024
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Jarvis, 36

I’ve suffered from all kinds of torment for years until I called on Jesus Christ, who showed me real change.…
Barry
May 8, 2024
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Shea, 36

I don’t know if there is any direction or positive behaviour going forward that could help to atone for my…
Barry
May 8, 2024
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Amanda, 37

I have spent over half of my adult life coming and going out of places like this. But this time,…
Barry
May 8, 2024
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Dwayne, 58

Recently, I had a conversation about my life with a new friend. I told him that I was incarcerated for…
Barry
May 8, 2024
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Arthur, 36

“I have learned to appreciate the small things and family traditions that keep families together, especially the patriarchs who instill…
Barry
May 7, 2024

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