Description

Violence Prevention Seminar

Event: Deglamorization of the Criminal Lifestyle Seminar

Date: December 20th Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Location: TBD in Philadelphia Pa

Hosted by: Victim's Impact Services Incorporated, The Sentencing Foundation, and Staying the Course Incorporated                     

This event is invitation only. Pre-registration is required

Objective: To provide a platform for formerly incarcerated individuals with life sentences to share their stories and experiences, with the aim of deterring others from engaging in violent behaviors and criminal activities.

Moderator: Michel Frantz- Formerly incarcerated with a life sentence as a non violent drug

offender. Founder of Guns Down

Guest Speakers:

1. Akbar Pray- Formerly incarcerated, now an advocate for criminal justice reform.

Founder of the Akbar Pray Foundation for Change

2. Walter Johnson aka TUT- Once served a life sentence, currently a mentor and public speaker.

3. Gerald Prince Miller - Ex-offender, now a community leader and motivational speaker.

Agenda:

1. Welcome and Introduction (4:00 PM - 4:10 PM)

○ Opening remarks by Raheem Crawford- Founder of Victim's Impact

Services and Judge Sawyer - Founder of The Sentencing Foundation.

2. Guest Speaker 1: Akbar Pray (4:10 PM - 4:35 PM)

• Personal story and journey from incarceration to advocacy.
• Key messages on the importance of making positive life choices.

3. Guest Speaker 2: Walter Johnson (4:35 PM - 5:00 PM)

• Experiences of serving a life sentence and the transformation process.
• Strategies for avoiding the pitfalls that lead to criminal behavior.

4. Guest Speaker 3: Gerald Prince Miller (5:00 PM - 5:25 PM)

• Insights on reintegration into society and the role of community support.
• Encouraging messages for at-risk individuals.

5. Q&A Session (5:25 PM - 5:50 PM)

• Interactive session with the audience to ask questions and engage with the speakers.

6. Closing Remarks (5:50 PM - 6:00 PM)

• Summarizing key takeaways and expressing gratitude to the speakers and attendees.

Target Audience:

• At-risk youth
• Community members
• Educators and social workers
• Law enforcement officers
• Anyone interested in violence prevention and criminal justice reform

Expected Outcomes:

• Increased awareness of the consequences of violent behavior.
• Enhanced understanding of the challenges faced by formerly incarcerated individuals.
• Motivation for at-risk individuals to make positive life choices.
• Strengthened community ties through shared experiences and dialogue.

Support and Sponsorship: We are seeking support and sponsorship from local businesses and community organizations to make this event a success. Your contribution can make a significant difference in the lives of individuals and the community as a whole. Checks will be made to Staying the Course Inc 501c-3 EIN: 92-1350692. Payment can also be accepted via our Zeffy link https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/deglamorization-of-the-criminal-lifestyle-seminar

Contact Information: For more information or to get involved, please contact

• Raheem Crawford- (267) 809-7125 rah07victimsip@gmail.com
• Lashaun Crawford- (856) 924-8490 stayingthecourseinc@gmail.com