Dear all,
Last Friday, September 18, more than 800 participants came together for the 2026 Reentry Conference & Expo hosted by the Restorative Justice Ministry of the Archdiocese of San Francisco.
The conference brought together formerly incarcerated individuals, crime survivors, family members, community organizations, employers, educators, faith communities, government agencies, volunteers, and advocates committed to building pathways toward healing, accountability, restoration, and opportunity.
Last Friday, September 18, more than 800 participants came together for the 2026 Reentry Conference & Expo hosted by the Restorative Justice Ministry of the Archdiocese of San Francisco.
The conference brought together formerly incarcerated individuals, crime survivors, family members, community organizations, employers, educators, faith communities, government agencies, volunteers, and advocates committed to building pathways toward healing, accountability, restoration, and opportunity.
Throughout the day, attendees connected with resources from 100 exhibiting organizations, participated in panel discussions, explored employment and educational opportunities, received support through the SB 731 Record-Clearing Clinic, and built relationships with organizations dedicated to serving individuals and families impacted by incarceration and violence.
More than 200 executive leaders, program directors, and community leaders were also present, creating one of the region's largest gatherings focused on restorative justice, reentry, and community support.
More than 200 executive leaders, program directors, and community leaders were also present, creating one of the region's largest gatherings focused on restorative justice, reentry, and community support.
https://sfarch.org/ministries/rjministry/reentryconference2026-800-people-gather/
The conference demonstrated an important truth often repeated throughout the day:
Reentry happens 365 days a year.
The work continues this fall through the upcoming Restorative Justice Webinar Series, which will connect participants with organizations and services available throughout California.
The ministry is also preparing to launch the Restorative Justice Resource Network, a statewide directory designed to help individuals, families, faith communities, and service providers connect with resources year-round.
For those interested in the faith-centered conversation featured during the conference, be sure to read Valerie Schmalz's article, "Formerly Incarcerated: Faith in God Matters After Prison."
The conference demonstrated an important truth often repeated throughout the day:
Reentry happens 365 days a year.
The work continues this fall through the upcoming Restorative Justice Webinar Series, which will connect participants with organizations and services available throughout California.The ministry is also preparing to launch the Restorative Justice Resource Network, a statewide directory designed to help individuals, families, faith communities, and service providers connect with resources year-round.
For those interested in the faith-centered conversation featured during the conference, be sure to read Valerie Schmalz's article, "Formerly Incarcerated: Faith in God Matters After Prison."
Formerly incarcerated: Faith in God matters after prison - Archdiocese of San Francisco
2027 Reentry Conference & Expo
Thursday, September 16, 2027
Join us as we continue building bridges of healing, restoration, and hope throughout our communities.
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2027 Reentry Conference & Expo
Thursday, September 16, 2027Join us as we continue building bridges of healing, restoration, and hope throughout our communities.
Coming Soon
- Restorative Justice Webinar Series
- Restorative Justice Resource Network
Warm regards,
Julio Escobar
The Archdiocese of San Francisco
Restorative Justice Ministry, a ministry of presence
1 Peter Yorke Way, San Francisco, CA 94109
Office and Fax (415) 614-5572 | Cell (415) 244-5594 |