The Brennan Center estimates that the 𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘀 $𝟱𝟬𝟬𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀. SCS is helping formerly incarcerated individuals develop the #skills to pursue #mediacareers. Support our work at secondchancestudios.org/donate

Bryan Simmons-Scie is passionate about sharing the stories of people who have been affected by our criminal justice system. ⚖️ 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝙎𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙙 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 to Fellows like Bryan, who have the passion to change in the world. 🌎 secondchancestudios.org/donate

As 2022 comes to a close, we're looking back on the top moments this year that were critical to our program's growth and impact. From exciting media projects to our first cohort graduating, SCS had an exciting year. #endofyeargiving #supportny #nynonprofit #giveback #empowerment

Mychal is the proud product of a single mother who taught him everything he knows about work and what it means to be a leader. He is currently a Fellow at SCS and an NYU Prison Education Program intern aiming to create media projects that inspire.

When you look at the data, it's clear that racism is inherent in the criminal justice system at every stage, from policing to reentry. We need broad transformation to uproot the racial injustice of mass incarceration & reentry. Join us at secondchancestudios.org/doante

Robert Rose is an activist and researcher with a focus on dismantling the prison industrial complex. Give back to SCS this holiday season and make a difference for changemakers like Robert: secondchancestudios.org/donate

We've helped 18 formerly incarcerated people tap into the media industry by providing them with hands-on training and economic empowerment since 2021. We can't wait to grow our impact, but we need your support. Donate at secondchancestudios.org/donate

If you're looking to give back and make a difference in the lives of others with only 2 days remaining in the year, donating to Second Chance Studios is a great way to do it. secondchancestudios.org/donate

As we close out 2022, we want to say a big THANK YOU to the partners who make our life-changing paid training possible. Interested in becoming a partner? Help us continue making a difference in the lives of the formerly incarcerated! Learn more at SecondChanceStudios.org

Wishing you a happy holiday weekend from SCS. We believe that everyone deserves a second chance, and we're committed to changing the lives of formerly incarcerated individuals. If you'd like to help us do that, consider donating today! secondchancestudios.org/donate

Happy New Year from SCS. Thanks to everyone who has supported our mission throughout 2022. Follow along as we continue to transform reentry and open doors for our Fellows in 2023. Email [email protected] to hire Fellows as they complete the program. #secondchances

As our second Fellowship program comes to a close, we are looking for value-aligned companies who are interested in supporting our graduation to. Help us make it possible and learn more about partner recognition and co-branding by contacting [email protected].

We are so proud to share “Black Cat,” a short film about Coca Cola, a young cat adopted from Manhattan ACC in October of 2022, written and produced by our Fellow Mario F. Wright. Watch the full video on YouTube at m.youtube.com/watch?v=_7EJgk… #secondchances

Our Fellows are graduating in February and we can't wait to see their growth and original digital media projects on display. If you're an SCS supporter, join us to celebreate the culmination of cohort 2! RSVP at the link in our bio.

As our Digital Media Fellowship comes to an end, we are seeking support from partners, especially media companies, to hire our highly skilled Fellows and facilitate the next stage of their career growth. Support our mission by partnering today! #secondchances #ny #digitalmedia

On Friday, February 3rd, our second cohort of Digital Media Fellows will be graduating from our program and we can't wait to celebrate their growth and accomplishments in our program! If you can support by donating food or beverages, please reach out! #secondchances #graduation

As our Fellowship comes to a close, we are looking forward to sharing our Fellows' final projects which include a range of documentaries, short films, and podcasts, but for now, here are some fun #BTS shots! #secondchances #digitalmedia #ny

Insight from Fellow Mario F. Wright on his poem and short film titled "Black Cat." Watch the full video on YouTube at m.youtube.com/watch?v=_7EJgk… and check out more of Mario's work @influentialfinesse #secondchances #digitalmedia

Don't miss the big send off for our second cohort of Digital Media Fellows this Friday at 5 PM in Manhattan! Delicious artisan craft cocktails will be served courtesy of our sponsor, Hudson Valley Distillers! RSVP here: eventbrite.com/e/second-chanc…

It's that time! Our talented second cohort of Digital Media Fellows are graduating from our program this Friday at 5 PM. Join us as we celebrate their new beginnings in the digital media field and enjoy a screening of their work. RSVP here: eventbrite.com/e/second-chanc… #graduation