Jennifer Myers

Author. Speaker. Ghostwriter. Federal Prison Consultant. Advocate for Women in Prison and Youth with Incarcerated Parents.

“Do you have any needles, sharp objects, or weapons in your purse?” The DEA agent’s accusing tone and the grip of the handcuffs too tight around my wrists are still fresh ten years later. I’d never been in trouble with the law besides an occasional speeding ticket. I had a great childhood and knew I was loved. I grew up...

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  “Do you have any needles, sharp objects, or weapons in your purse?” The DEA agent’s accusing tone and the grip of the handcuffs too tight around my wrists are still fresh ten years later. I’d never been in trouble with the law besides an occasional speeding ticket. I had a great childhood and knew I was loved. I grew...

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This weekend I had the honor to attend the Restorative Justice Conference held at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. Saying I was “touched” does not even begin to describe my experience. I was horrified, saddened and inspired by the stories I heard both from victims of crime and offenders. I was encouraged by the courage, care, and compassion of...

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