All Posts: Family First Program

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The Small, Often Invisible Moments That Matter

Caleb Johnston connected with Georgetown’s Prisons and Justice Initiative (PJI) through a practicum requirement in the Master of Arts in American Government program at the…

July 30, 2026

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A Year of Family First Moments

Through shared experiences, the Family First Program helps strengthen the bonds of justice-involved families. The Family First Program opened the 2025 school year by welcoming…

July 29, 2026

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Read the 2024 Annual Report

Check out the Georgetown Prisons and Justice Initiative’s 2024 Annual Report! Dive into our programs, get to know students and alumni, and explore important milestones from our…

October 1, 2025

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Celebrating the Progress Made in 2024

Dear PJI Supporters, As the year draws to a close, I am filled with reflection on the remarkable progress we’ve made together. From celebrating graduations to advocating for…

December 30, 2024

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PJI Enhances Family Connections Through Family First Program

“Everything can be taken away from you, except your power to choose how you respond,” says Colie “Shaka” Long, founder of the Family First Mentorship Program. As Program…

December 23, 2024