Information For Exonerees and Families You are not alone. Wrongful convictions cause unimaginable harm and loss to the innocent who were wrongly convicted and imprisoned and to their families. All are robbed of years of freedom and time together, subjected to repeated and complex traumas, and face many obstacles to rebuilding their lives and recovering post-exoneration. Know that you are not alone, and that many have come before you and faced similar obstacles and emotions. Healing Justice is here to help answer your questions and provide you with support. What is Healing Justice? Healing Justice is a national nonprofit organization that provides support and services to the innocent, their families, crime victims and survivors and their families, and others who have been harmed by wrongful conviction cases. Our programs and resources are guided by exonerated individuals and family members with lived experiences who have faced similar challenges. This peer-led approach aims to help you in all the ways you may need. “I was able to reconnect to the person I left behind when I was sent to prison” - Exoneree How can Healing Justice support me? Healing Justice provides specialized services for individuals who were wrongly convicted and have been officially exonerated on grounds of innocence. We provide opportunities for both group and individual peer support, connection to key resources, and referrals to local and national crisis hotlines. Here are three ways you can connect with us: 1. Visit our main website to learn about other exonerees and to access key resources: https://healingjusticeproject.org/exonerees-and-families. 2. Email us at info@healingjusticeproject.org for more information about our programs and services. 3. Access our peer-to-peer resource guide: https://issuu.com/healingjustice/docs/healing_justice_peer_resource_for_the_exonerated
This unique resource provides guidance and support to the exonerated following freedom from prison. In this resource, other exonerees reflect on their own experiences and challenges and offer recommendations. Information about accessing local and national resources is also included. “I came thinking nobody can help me, I just need to help myself. But all of these people could identify with me. With their support and love, I can heal.” -Exoneree