Second Looks, Second Chances for Pennsylvania Lifers: Commutation by the Numbers Film Screening
What:
In Pennsylvania, life means life without the possibility of parole or “death by incarceration.” Executive commutations offer long-serving rehabilitated lifers hope and Pennsylvanians the possibility of tax revenue being better spent on education and drug treatment. In the past 20 years, only 8 commutations have been granted. There are more than 5,000 lifers in Pennsylvania prisons.
The screening will be followed by a panel discussion including commutees Steve Blackburn and Tyrone Werts and Ellen Melchiondo of the Women Lifers Resume Project.
Register here: https://www.cvent.com/c/express/827deeee-621b-4b67-ac19-69f2f90c7367
Food will be provided.
Reception begins at 5:30 pm
Screening begins at 6:15 pm
Panel Discussion to Follow