From FORTE House
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Thank you for being part of the FORTE House Community Thank you for your financial support, your positive feedback, your readership, your kindness, your encouragement, and your commitment to justice, opportunity, and equality for all -- not just in November but all through the year. All of us at FORTE House are thankful for you! |
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Tyreek Rolon Doesn't Want To Be The Exception |
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Tyreek Rolon was a star athlete and an honors student, winning scholarships and starting college. When his situation altered, those facts from his past made it easier for the criminal justice system to see him as "redeemable" (their word), the person in whom they'd invest resources and give benefit of the doubt. Now Tyreek recognizes the advantages he gained because of others' perceptions. But imagine the results if every person received the same kind of help, resources, and trust. Read his story on our blog. |
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FORTE House Participated in Community Dialogue
with New DOC Ombudsperson |
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On Nov. 4, FORTE House was one of the many community organizations represented on a Zoom meeting with the new DOC Ombudsperson Terry Schuster, who was appointed to the position last May. The first Annual Report report from the office under Mr. Schuster was published on November 1, and lays out priorities the immediate future. During the Zoom meeting, Mr. Schuster did far more listening than talking as various individuals provided feedback on the work ahead. We are optimistic about the potential impact of the Ombudsperson's work, even as we recognize that change take time. Read the Annual Report to learn more. |
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Residents Teach Medical Students about
Health Care in Prisons |
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Each year, FORTE House residents invite 4th-year medical students from Rush University Medical College in Chicago to hear about the health challenges of the incarcerated population, and the delivery of health services in NJ State prisons. For some students, the conversation brings to light the impact of incarceration on health and well-being, long term. Some students see new opportunities to serve our special community. All the med students walk away a profound appreciation of the human cost of our current system. It's another way FORTE House serves others: both the students, and the community of impacted people. |
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Make a Difference and Click |
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Your support for FORTE House allows us to equip our residents with technology, post-entry support, training on resume-writing and interviewing, and so much more. Please consider including us in your end-of-year giving plan. Giving Tuesday is November 29: Join the movement to unleash the power of radical generosity. | | |
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