Exonerated Nation https://exoneratednations.org/ WE CONNECT EXONEREES TO THE RESOURCES THEY NEED Sat, 07 Jun 2025 20:41:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://exoneratednations.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/cropped-descarga-1-32x32.png Exonerated Nation https://exoneratednations.org/ 32 32 141827976 Obie Awarded Honorary MPH https://exoneratednations.org/obie-awarded-honorary-mph/ Sat, 07 Jun 2025 05:13:08 +0000 https://exoneratednations.org/?p=7462 Obie Receives Honorary MPH! We are thrilled to announce that Obie Anthony was awarded an honorary Master of Public Health degree by the Touro University California (TUC) Public Health Program during their 2025 Commencement Ceremony! Obie has made remarkable contributions to advancing health equity within the criminal justice system. His dedication, insight, and tireless advocacy …

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Obie Receives Honorary MPH!

We are thrilled to announce that Obie Anthony was awarded an honorary Master of Public Health degree by the Touro University California (TUC) Public Health Program during their 2025 Commencement Ceremony!

Obie has made remarkable contributions to advancing health equity within the criminal justice system. His dedication, insight, and tireless advocacy have profoundly shaped the development of the TUC Public Health Program’s Health Equity and Criminal Justice Concentration, as well as the broader public health field.

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His impact includes:

  • Delivering powerful guest lectures and seminars grounded in lived experience
  • Mentoring students and guiding their professional growth
  • Collaborating on research to expose the health harms of wrongful conviction
  • Influencing policy change that benefits exonerees and communities at large
  • Building lasting partnerships between the university and community organizations

Obie’s unwavering commitment to justice and public health makes him an inspiring figure whose work continues to influence policy, practice, and education. This honorary degree is a well-deserved recognition of his extraordinary leadership and an inspiration to future public health professionals.

Congratulations, Obie!

WE THANK OUR SPONSORS
FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT

MoJo GLobal Arts
MoJo GLobal Arts
Kaiser Permanente
Kaiser Permanente
Touro University California
Touro University California
Hernandez Strategy Group
Hernandez Strategy Group
Weisman Discretionary Group
Weisman Discretionary Group
MBL, LLP
MBL, LLP
Alexander Family Foundation
Alexander Family Foundation
African American Tobacco Leadership Council
African American Tobacco Leadership Council
Chicago Beyond
Chicago Beyond

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]]> 7462 Hike for Justice 2025 https://exoneratednations.org/hike-for-justice-2025/ Sat, 07 Jun 2025 02:48:34 +0000 https://exoneratednations.org/?p=7432 3rd Annual Hike for Justice Community on the Move!  We were so overjoyed by the incredible turnout at our 3rd Annual Hike for Justice this past April! So many supporters came together in the beautiful Tennessee Valley to walk in community with the spirit of hope, resilience, and purpose. Strength in numbers brought to life …

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3rd Annual Hike for Justice

Community on the Move! 

We were so overjoyed by the incredible turnout at our 3rd Annual Hike for Justice this past April! So many supporters came together in the beautiful Tennessee Valley to walk in community with the spirit of hope, resilience, and purpose. Strength in numbers brought to life our shared commitment to healing and justice for exonerees.

A huge shoutout to 510 Hikers — Nick Collins and team continue to lead with care and skill, ensuring everyone has a safe and inspiring experience on the trail.

We are especially grateful to our 2025 Hike for Justice sponsors and donors:

  • Sierra Health Foundation
  • African American Tobacco Control Leadership Council
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California

And to each of you who donated, showed up, or helped spread the word — thank you. You are part of this growing movement.

Though the hike has ended, the fight for justice is far from over. We can’t wait to hike alongside you again next year. Stay connected, spread the word, and keep an eye out for the 2026 hike announcement!

WE THANK OUR SPONSORS
FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT

MoJo GLobal Arts
MoJo GLobal Arts
Kaiser Permanente
Kaiser Permanente
Touro University California
Touro University California
Hernandez Strategy Group
Hernandez Strategy Group
Weisman Discretionary Group
Weisman Discretionary Group
MBL, LLP
MBL, LLP
Alexander Family Foundation
Alexander Family Foundation
African American Tobacco Leadership Council
African American Tobacco Leadership Council
Chicago Beyond
Chicago Beyond

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]]> 7432 Healing Retreat 2024 https://exoneratednations.org/healing-retreat-2024/ Tue, 25 Feb 2025 20:30:44 +0000 https://exoneratednations.org/?p=7292 Healing Intergenerational Trauma Our 2024 Healing Retreat was a success!  We’re excited to celebrate the success of our recent annual retreat, Healing Intergenerational Trauma, held September 5-8, 2024, in sunny Sacramento, CA. Exonerees, family members, and loved ones from near and far came together to create a space dedicated to healing and connection, focusing on restoring …

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Healing Intergenerational Trauma

Our 2024 Healing Retreat was a success! 

We’re excited to celebrate the success of our recent annual retreat, Healing Intergenerational Trauma, held September 5-8, 2024, in sunny Sacramento, CA. Exonerees, family members, and loved ones from near and far came together to create a space dedicated to healing and connection, focusing on restoring and strengthening relationships affected by wrongful convictions.

Participants engaged in sessions designed to foster healing conversations and transformative listening, which encouraged deeper understanding of the experiences and impacts of wrongful conviction on each individual. These sessions not only emphasized communication skills but also nurtured empathy and mutual support among participants.

We incorporated restorative practices, music, and tai chi to help explore and address intergenerational trauma in holistic ways. During free time, attendees enjoyed live music, comedy, and shared meals, further enhancing community bonds.

As we closed the retreat, there was a shared sentiment of commitment to strengthening and expanding this network as a vital source of support for one another. Together, we are building a resilient community dedicated to healing and growth.

Shout out to all who joined – it was great to meet those coming to their first retreat with us AND so good to see those who’ve attended in the past. We were happy to hear all the positive feedback for how meaningful and helpful this gathering was for you.

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Extremely grateful to our facilitators Ernest Mark and Greg Hodge, who not only bring incredible skill and knowledge to the development of our retreat programming, but also hold such great enthusiasm and dedication for making a positive impact within the exoneree community. 

This event was sponsored by Kaiser Permanente.

WE THANK OUR SPONSORS
FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT

MoJo GLobal Arts
MoJo GLobal Arts
Kaiser Permanente
Kaiser Permanente
Touro University California
Touro University California
Hernandez Strategy Group
Hernandez Strategy Group
Weisman Discretionary Group
Weisman Discretionary Group
MBL, LLP
MBL, LLP
Alexander Family Foundation
Alexander Family Foundation
African American Tobacco Leadership Council
African American Tobacco Leadership Council
Chicago Beyond
Chicago Beyond

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]]> 7292 Newsletter https://exoneratednations.org/newsletter/ Sat, 25 Jan 2025 03:13:38 +0000 https://exoneratednations.org/?p=7254 Welcome to Our Latest Newsletter! As we wrap up 2024, we’re filled with gratitude and excitement for all that’s been accomplished—and all that’s to come! This year has been full of meaningful work and the continued push for positive change. This newsletter shares a glimpse into the work we’ve been doing and what’s coming up, …

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Welcome to Our Latest Newsletter!

As we wrap up 2024, we’re filled with gratitude and excitement for all that’s been accomplished—and all that’s to come! This year has been full of meaningful work and the continued push for positive change.

This newsletter shares a glimpse into the work we’ve been doing and what’s coming up, from impactful support events and innovative research to continuing our advocacy for change in the fight for justice.

Please, read on and share our mission with others! Together, we can amplify our efforts and create lasting change.

WE THANK OUR SPONSORS
FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT

MoJo GLobal Arts
MoJo GLobal Arts
Kaiser Permanente
Kaiser Permanente
Touro University California
Touro University California
Hernandez Strategy Group
Hernandez Strategy Group
Weisman Discretionary Group
Weisman Discretionary Group
KMBL, LLC
KMBL, LLC
Alexander Family Foundation
Alexander Family Foundation
African American Tobacco Leadership Council
African American Tobacco Leadership Council
Chicago Beyond
Chicago Beyond

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]]> 7254 Obie Meets Bold Journey https://exoneratednations.org/obie-meets-bold-journey/ Sat, 28 Sep 2024 00:25:06 +0000 https://exoneratednations.org/?p=7145 Obie Anthony meets Bold Journey Check out Obie’s interview with Bold Journey! Obie discusses how his wrongful conviction journey became his motivation for helping others who’ve faced the same challenges when coming home. Bold Journey uses a storytelling format to create a space for people to learn from each other’s challenges and experiences. 

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Obie Anthony meets Bold Journey

Check out Obie’s interview with Bold Journey! Obie discusses how his wrongful conviction journey became his motivation for helping others who’ve faced the same challenges when coming home.

Bold Journey uses a storytelling format to create a space for people to learn from each other’s challenges and experiences. 

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]]> 7145 New Partnership https://exoneratednations.org/new-partnership/ Mon, 16 Sep 2024 23:03:46 +0000 https://exoneratednations.org/?p=6976 We are excited to announce our new partnership with Chicago Beyond through their Rapid Response Fund!

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New Partnership with Chicago Beyond

We are so excited to announce our new partnership with Chicago Beyond through their Rapid Response Fund! This fund supports the critical work led by Black and Brown people to drive equity for young people and communities. You can learn more about us and other partners, and nominate organizations for the Rapid Response Fund at https://chicagobeyond.org/rapid-response-fund/

 

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]]> 6976 2nd Annual Hike for Justice https://exoneratednations.org/2nd-annual-hike-for-justice/ Wed, 26 Jun 2024 00:13:19 +0000 https://exoneratednations.org/?p=6877 2nd Annual Hike for Justice We enjoyed a beautiful day among majestic Redwoods and waterfalls for our 2nd Hike for Justice at Cataract Falls, CA. This year’s hike guided by 510 Hikers founder, Nicholas Collins, facilitated exercise, community, and fun for about 40 attendees – a combination of exonerees and family members as well as …

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2nd Annual Hike for Justice

We enjoyed a beautiful day among majestic Redwoods and waterfalls for our 2nd Hike for Justice at Cataract Falls, CA. 

This year’s hike guided by 510 Hikers founder, Nicholas Collins, facilitated exercise, community, and fun for about 40 attendees – a combination of exonerees and family members as well as community friends and supporters. Participants also learned about the harmful impacts of tobacco through African American Tobacco Control Leadership Council (AATCLC). 

This event is such a wonderful opportunity for us to come together and give our physical and mental wellbeing a boost – we’re looking forward to the next hike! 

HUGE THANK YOU to the sponsors for this event!  We are grateful for the generous support of: 

African American Tobacco Control Leadership Council (AATCLC), the AATCLC is fighting the fight against the tobacco industry’s predatory practices.

510 Hikers, an organization dedicated to creating safe and welcoming spaces for people of color to feel a part of and invited to the outdoors.

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]]> 6877 2023 Retreat Success https://exoneratednations.org/2023-retreat-success/ Tue, 25 Jun 2024 23:12:51 +0000 https://exoneratednations.org/?p=6869 Our 2023 Annual Retreat was a Success! Exonerated Nation understands the trauma suffered with wrongful conviction and incarceration, including the harmful impact to family units and immeasurable damage to bonds with family members and loved ones. In keeping with our intent to create healing pathways for exonerated individuals, this year’s annual retreat, held in August …

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Our 2023 Annual Retreat was a Success!

Exonerated Nation understands the trauma suffered with wrongful conviction and incarceration, including the harmful impact to family units and immeasurable damage to bonds with family members and loved ones. 

In keeping with our intent to create healing pathways for exonerated individuals, this year’s annual retreat, held in August 2023, was dedicated to healing, rebuilding, and strengthening those family relationships that are so important to overall success and wellbeing after exoneration. 

Exonerees participated in a four-day gathering with their loved ones to embrace ancestral wisdom and nurture their connections with each other in the calm, scenic surroundings of Asilomar, located in Pacific Grove, CA.

Participants were guided by a phenomenal facilitation team:  Safi Jiroh (LeaderSpring Center), Gregory Hodge (Brotherhood of Elders Network), Ernest Mark (Coaching and Consulting), and exoneree Arturo Jimenez. They created a beautiful healing container for exonerees and their loved ones, sharing seeds of wisdom, inspiration, and transformational communication skills, to strengthen relationships and family bonds.

Facilitator Collage

A special thank you to Kaiser Permanente for their generosity in supporting Exonerated Nation’s efforts and helping to make this event possible.

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]]> 6869 AB-997 https://exoneratednations.org/ab-997/ Wed, 29 Mar 2023 20:21:23 +0000 https://exoneratednations.org/?p=6289 Exonerated Nation’s Advocacy Day was held February 28, 2003.  Ten (10) exonerees, with their supporters and EN board members, met with California legislators and shared their powerful testimonies to advocate for the immediate and long-term needs of California exonerees. On March 21, 2023, the Public Safety Committee of the California State Assembly unanimously passed Exonerated …

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Exonerated Nation’s Advocacy Day was held February 28, 2003.  Ten (10) exonerees, with their supporters and EN board members, met with California legislators and shared their powerful testimonies to advocate for the immediate and long-term needs of California exonerees.  

On March 21, 2023, the Public Safety Committee of the California State Assembly unanimously passed Exonerated Nation’s sponsored bill AB 997. The legislation will create a special fund at the Victim’s Compensation Board to pay for an exonoree’s mental health services. The money is allocated whenever the State of California approves a wrongful conviction claim at the Victim’s Compensation Board.   This means that exonorees will be able to find their own mental health provider and have the services paid for out of this special fund. AB 997 will next be heard at the Assembly Appropriations Committee in mid-May.

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]]> 6289 Socially Just Podcast https://exoneratednations.org/socially-just-podcast/ Wed, 22 Feb 2023 22:51:31 +0000 https://exoneratednations.org/?p=6213 Obie Anthony talks with the hosts of SOCIALLY JUST: Public Health Perspectives for Change. Obie discusses the impact of wrongful convictions on the health of communities. Mr. Anthony has a unique perspective and insight into the complicated problems with our justice system having been framed and wrongfully convicted and later exonerated himself. Through his unique …

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Obie Anthony talks with the hosts of SOCIALLY JUST: Public Health Perspectives for Change.

Obie discusses the impact of wrongful convictions on the health of communities. Mr. Anthony has a unique perspective and insight into the complicated problems with our justice system having been framed and wrongfully convicted and later exonerated himself. Through his unique lens, Mr. Anthony poses solutions through policy change and advocacy.

Socially Just is a podcast hosted by Touro University California faculty members Gayle Cummings, PsyD, MPH, Nemesia Kelly, MPH, and Deirdra Wilson, PhD, MPH.

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