“At the heart of this movement is Angela Smith, a visionary leader, builder of possibilities, and champion of second chances. Her personal journey is one of strength, redemption, and unwavering belief in the power of transformation. She has walked the path of adversity, faced life’s hardest trials, and emerged not just standing, but thriving. Angela understands firsthand that our past does not define us—it prepares us. With this truth, she has dedicated her life to ensuring that others, especially BIPOC women, men, and families impacted by incarceration or life’s hardships, have the tools and support to repurpose their experiences into powerful stepping stones for success”