Inside Out Reentry Community

Last week at Creative Collective, members participated in a popsicle stick art workshop. Art and creativity are ways we can express our feelings to aid us on our own healing journey, a key component of reentry for some individuals. #reentry #reentrymatters

Inside Out has been serving those returning from incarceration for 10 years! In October 2014, the First Baptist Church of Iowa City received a grant to begin the work. In early 2015, we opened our resource center (seen here in pictures) located upstairs at the church. Inside Out would not be where we are today without the immense efforts of the First Baptist Church, the 6th Judicial District, and other community partners! #reentry #reentrymatters

Presenting artwork from Stanley L. Hart III! Our third annual Art from the Inside Out art show is coming up soon! This show features the incredible artwork of current and formerly incarcerated individuals. Reception is February 7th at 6 pm at @p_s_won (538 S Gilbert St) and art will be on display from the 7th through the 15th. You do not want to miss this impactful show! #reentrymatters #incarceratedart

Say hello to one of our volunteers, Peter! He began volunteering with Inside Out 4½ years ago in order to learn about ways to support a friend who was in prison. Since then, he has supported us in developing our Reentry House, and helps out by providing rides for members! #reentry #reentrymatters #volunteer

Presenting artwork from Robert Pistore Jr.! Our third annual Art from the Inside Out art show is coming up soon! This show features the incredible artwork of current and formerly incarcerated individuals. Reception is February 7th at 6 pm at Public Space One (538 S Gilbert St) and art will be on display from the 7th through the 15th. You do not want to miss this impactful show! #reentrymatters #incarceratedart

No matter where you are in your journey, progress is progress. #reentry #reentrymatters #inspiration