Back-to-School & Behind Bars — Supporting Kids Impacted by Incarceration

🎒 Back-to-School & Behind Bars: Supporting Kids Impacted by Incarceration
🗓️ Wednesday, August 20, 2025
🕡 6:30–7:30 PM EST
📍 Live on Zoom

As the new school year begins, many children are returning to the classroom while carrying the emotional weight of having a parent or loved one behind bars. Let’s talk about it — and support each other.

💬 What We’ll Cover:
• How incarceration impacts kids emotionally and academically
• Practical strategies for caregivers
• Age-specific tips for talking to children
• Resources for support
• A space for caregivers to connect and share

✨ Special Guest: Dawn Smith, LCSW – Restorative Therapy Solutions

🖤 Hosted by Citizens for Prison Reform & the Family Participation Program

Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, teacher, or advocate — this space is for you. Come gather, learn, and know you’re not alone.

“May every child impacted by incarceration feel seen, supported, and strong.”

Join us on Zoom:
https://umich.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAufuyuqz4rHtwh-GzVtuX1poufM3fsRHe_#/registration