Reentry In Action: Legislation, Representation and Community Collaboration
Reentry In Action: Legislation, Representation and Community Collaboration
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 - Room 348: 11:15 AM to 12:30 PM
This session explores how coordinated efforts between legislative advocates and community partners drive meaningful reentry reform. Panelists will use real-life examples and data-informed practices, panelists will share how laws, policy initiatives, and collaborative engagement can improve outcomes for individuals transitioning from incarceration to community life. Participants will gain insight into how legislative developments shape reintegration, how advocates amplify client voices within the justice process, and how a multidisciplinary approach strengthens reintegration across all sectors.
Panelists:
- Shannice Anderson, Maryland Office of The Public Defender
- Thomas Anderson, Manumission House
- Crystal Carpenter, Campaign for The Fair Sentencing of Youth
Moderator: Joan Bellistri, Anne Arundel County Public Law Library