In Our Shoes: 2022 Legislative Session Kickoff
In Our Shoes is a virtual platform where people who are formerly incarcerated come together to discuss topics that matter to them and share their experience with others.
Past Events
Demand to Learn: Book Study
Demand to Learn is a campaign made up of people directly impacted by school pushout and community members who care about the issue. This book study series is meant to bring together existing volunteers and new people to learn, unlearn, and engage in conversations about the education system.
In Our Shoes: Transition Barriers - Rights Restoration
Once someone has officially paid their debt to society, they must still face the challenge of trying to get their rights restored.
Jensen v. Shinn Vigil
Under no circumstances should a prison sentence result in suffering or death. Join us in recognizing the incarcerated people who have been impacted by ADCRR's neglect. Attendees will be provided with banners and a small candle.
Demand to Learn: Welcome Session
Come learn what Demand to Learn is, what our campaign goals are, AND how you can advocate with us!
Prevention Not Prison Panel Discussion
Join us for a panel discussion to learn about the impact of prison sentences on people with substance abuse disorders, alternative options that have proven to reduce drug use in our communities, and what it would look like to make drug possession a misdem
In Our Shoes: Transition Barriers - The Registry
Each person faces different obstacles depending on their charges. Join us for a virtual conversation about the barriers of transition for formerly incarcerated individuals.
Holiday Postcard Writing
Join the Demand to Learn campaign for a holiday postcard event where we will write to Arizona youth currently incarcerated who will not be with family during this holiday season.
December 21, 2019
In This Together Gala: A Benefit for the ACLU Foundation of Arizona
Join us at the In This Together Gala: A Benefit for the ACLU Foundation of Arizona.
November 3, 2019
Community Meeting on MCSO Reforms
Join us at a community meeting on the court-ordered reforms of the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office featuring a presentation and discussion on MCSO's body-worn cameras.