Lionheart received its 10th grant from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, marking a decade of partnership in bringing transformative programming behind the walls of California’s prisons. This funding will make the Houses of Healing Complete eLearning Program – a 25-hour comprehensive step-by-step guide through the Houses of Healing (HOH) Program – available…
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The Lionheart Foundation is excited to share that EQ2 was recently added to the California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse for Child Welfare (CEBC) program registry. The CEBC maintains the largest database of scientifically-reviewed child welfare programs in the field, used by state agencies and county governments, as well as public and private organizations across the country. The…
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After almost 2 years in the making, we’re thrilled to announce the official launch of EQ2+ on our Online Facilitator Training! The goals of EQ2+ are to offer: EQ2+ includes over 20 new worksheets spread over 6 modules, as well as substantial additions to the supervision section. We encourage EQ2 agencies to dive deep into…
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James M.W. Kim is a Canadian prison chaplain working with incarcerated people in British Columbia. Here are some excerpts from his letter to Robin Casarjian, the author of Houses of Healing, on the impacts of the program. Hello Robin, You have no idea how Houses of Healing has brought healing to me as I began…
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We’re excited to share some fantastic news: EQ2+ is now on the EQ2 App for subscribers! EQ2 has been a vital resource in helping staff members build their self-regulation skills while working in residential treatment. Now, EQ2+ takes it a step further, offering booster materials to reinforce existing skills, interactive quizzes that help staff learn…
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Recently, Lionheart’s Co-Clinical Director, Dr. Jess Linick, visited New Beginnings Youth Development Center in Washington, D.C., to find out about their extraordinary work with Power Source. New Beginnings is a secure 60-bed residential facility for youth committed to The DC Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS). In 2018, Dr. Kenya Key introduced Power Source and…
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One story that captures the essence of our mission stands out: the inspiring journey of best-selling author Shaka Senghor, whose life was profoundly touched by the Houses of Healing Program.
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Kathleen Jackson has been facilitating Houses of Healing groups at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center (formerly known as San Quentin State Prison) in California for 10 years, and with her 90th birthday approaching in September, she has no plans to slow down. We got a chance to chat to Kathleen to hear her experience facilitating Houses…
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Introducing Lionheart’s New Executive Director! Dear Lionheart Community, Happy, peaceful, richly blessed New Year to you! Last year was a big year for The Lionheart Foundation, and this year is off to an auspicious start. After almost 32 years, I recently (12.14.23) stepped down as the Executive Director. I will continue on at Lionheart, focusing…
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Incarcerated host Phillip A Jones speaks with Robin Casarjian, Founder of The Lionheart Foundation. Phillip was excited to talk to Robin about the programming she has developed and implemented for prisoners and youth-at-risk based on her book Houses of Healing: A Prisoner’s Guide to Inner Power and Freedom.
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