Programs
The End Violence Project has had programs in five prisons in three states and one Community Correction Center in Philadelphia. Whether in or out of prison, people who attend the programs are encouraged to forgive and are provided principles, tools, and opportunities for healing and creating a life of freedom, integrity, contribution and compassionate leadership.
If you are interested in hearing about how you can participate with the End Violence Project, please contact Mahin Bina at MBEVP@aol.com or call 610-527-2821.
- Graterford Prison (PA)
- The first End Violence Program was at Graterford Prison in 1990. Initially a series of conversations about personal freedom, safe communities, and a life free from violence and re-incarceration, it developed into a 6-month program called "Leadership Training and Transformational Thinking." About thirty inmates per year complete the course.
- Chester Prison (PA)
- Programs at Chester Prison began in 2001 with "Leadership Training and Transformational Thinking."
- Lawtey Prison (FL)
- First prison outside of Pennsylvania to offer "Leadership Training and Transformational Thinking" in 2007-2008 with approximately 25 people completing the course.
- Hancock Prison (GA)
- Also offered in 2007-2008 this is second program outside of Pennsylvania with approximately 25 people completing the course.
- Metro State Prison (GA)
- Metro State Prison, a women's prison in GA, is scheduled to start their first program in April 2009.
- Community Correction Center (PA)
- Formerly known as Halfway Houses, these centers can house up to 70 ex-offenders who are looking for work and a place to live. All residents are invited to attend Freedom by Design.
