prison industrial complex

Human trafficking: The hidden face of Interstate Corrections

Shaka A. ShakurAugust 3, 2025August 21, 2025

Shaka Shakur explains how the Interstate Corrections Compact is used as a counterinsurgency tactic.

FOCUS Initiatives LTDMay 31, 2025June 3, 2025

Every Sunday at 2 pm, check out FOCUS’ Re-Entry Circle for support, solidarity, and community!

IDOC WatchNovember 2, 2024April 2, 2025

The inaugural event in an ongoing speaking series feat. THEKINGTRILL is sure to inspire and inform.

IDOC WatchOctober 21, 2024February 6, 2025

Thanks to his family and our community, Cedric is safe–at least for now.,

FOCUS Initiatives LTDOctober 13, 2024February 6, 2025

At a weekly re-entry circle, THEKINGTRILL explains how coming together can create “a whole new future.”

IDOC WatchOctober 1, 2024January 7, 2025

A 12-week series study group shows collective support is a crucial foundation for addressing political violence.

FOCUS Initiatives LTDSeptember 7, 2024April 2, 2025

Work with FOCUS Families, a project of our member-organization, FOCUS Initiatives LTD!

Shaka Shakur Freedom CampaignSeptember 4, 2024January 17, 2025

This simple action will have a significant impact in returning Shaka back to our communities!

Coalition to Free Vernon T. BatemanJune 20, 2024June 19, 2025

Learn about, support, and help exonerate Vernon T. Bateman!