Reflections Behind Bars: Film Viewing and Panel

ABOUT BACK TO THE START

Back to the Start is a non-profit that produces powerful narratives underscoring the need for critical investments in early childhood and family resources. Co-led by incarcerated individuals at San Quentin and a former Chief Physician and Surgeon of California’s prison health care system, the new narrative series is written by incarcerated persons reflecting on the arc of their lives from childhood to incarceration with the goal of raising public awareness and galvanizing support for systems change to dismantle the cradle-to-prison pipeline.

We’re proud to partner with the Criminal Law & Justice Center at UC Berkeley School of Law for a screening of our short film, Reflections Behind Bars, directed by Sundance and Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Jacob Kornbluth. Filmed inside San Quentin, this moving documentary captures a landmark gathering where incarcerated writers, policymakers, and community members came together to share stories and explore bold, evidence-based solutions to break cycles of trauma and incarceration. At the core of the film are the raw, deeply personal narratives and poems from currently incarcerated individuals about growing up at the intersection of poverty, violence, and systemic racism. Come hear their stories and join us for a meaningful conversation. Open to students, faculty, and the broader community.

RSVP HERE BY TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH!