Alumni Stories

More than 1,000 people have experienced arts programs behind bars with Rehabilitation Through the Arts — including hundreds who have since been released and built thriving lives beyond prison walls. Meet some of RTA's alums here.
Charles
Clarence
Judah
Tyrone

The Power of Arts in Prison

RTA's Unlocked short film captures the unsparingly honest stories of formerly incarcerated men and women who participated in RTA’s prison arts program. See more alumni stories and hear about the power and impact of arts programs behind bars.

A unique, comprehensive in-prison arts program which teaches critical life skills

Our Reimagining Myself® program is an innovative arts-based approach to reentry.

Engaging RTA members after their release, as they rejoin and thrive in society and our communities.