I Did The Time
I Did the Time
Website: https://ididthetime.wordpress.com/
Founded: 2012
Type: Grassroots Advocacy Organization
Location: Spokane, Washington
Social Media: Facebook
Mission
I Did the Time is a grassroots movement of formerly incarcerated individuals and their supporters in Spokane, WA, working to end mass incarceration. The organization supports individuals and families overcoming barriers associated with past offenses by building community, combating stigma, and engaging in legislative advocacy.
History
Founded in 2012 by Layne Pavey, a clinical social worker and formerly incarcerated individual, I Did the Time began as a grassroots political advocacy organization led by those most impacted by mass incarceration. In 2016, it was incorporated into a nonprofit organization named The Revive Center for Returning Citizens.
Programs and Initiatives
- Community Building: Creating supportive networks for individuals and families affected by incarceration.
- Legislative Advocacy: Engaging in policy reform efforts to address systemic issues related to the criminal justice system.
- Public Education: Raising awareness about the challenges faced by formerly incarcerated individuals and promoting restorative justice practices.
Partnerships
I Did the Time collaborates with various organizations to further its mission:
- Revive Center for Returning Citizens: Provides coaching services, housing resources, legal aid, and mental health support for individuals reentering society. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Smart Justice Spokane: Works towards criminal justice reform and reducing mass incarceration.
- Community Partners in Transition Solutions (CTPS): Offers support for individuals transitioning from incarceration to community life.
