09.10.10
Every few weeks the DOC & RIDE allow me to invite guests to come speak to the men. On August 7, 2010, Patrick Mathieu was our guest artist. He led us on a discussion about his journey in and out of prison. He talked about using time as an opportunity to make changes within yourself and perhaps start writing about those changes and future goals. In prison, he became an avid reader and began writing down his thoughts and feelings…Read more after the jump!
Posted in Education, Faces of Fortune, Fortune Clients, Fortune Clients, Insides-Out: A Riker's Island Creative Writing Workshop, Insides-Out: A Rikers Island Creative Writing Workshop, Transitional Services
08.04.10
This exciting NEW FEATURE will highlight the work of Fortune’s clients on Rikers Island who are participating in a creative writing workshop as part of the Fortune R.I.D.E. (Rikers Island Discharge Enhancement) program. The feature will be written by Rita Hickey, our dedicated volunteer creative writing instructor.
Posted in Education, Insides-Out: A Rikers Island Creative Writing Workshop, Recurring Blog Features, Transitional Services