On July 29, 2015, inside the gymnasium of Woodbourne Correctional Facility, a group of RTA participants stepped onto a makeshift stage and danced with precision, emotion, and purpose. The piece...

At Rehabilitation Through the Arts (RTA), we believe in the power of the arts to unlock human potential, transform lives, and rebuild communities. But transformation begins with recognition—and recognition begins...

97% of RTA participants do not return to prison within three years of release. While this statistic is a clear marker of our RTA’s impact, it’s time to dig deeper...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and with it comes the perfect moment to reflect not only on the importance of what we do at RTA — but the deeper...

Reimagining Myself® participants receiving their certificates of completion at Sierra Conservation Center in Jamestown, California.   April is Second Chance Month®—a time for us to pause and reflect on the...

On April 3, 2025, RTA Executive Director Jermaine Archer led a conversation with Clarence Maclin, Sean “Dino” Johnson and Dario Peña, SING SING actors and alumni of the Rehabilitation Through...

What can I do to support RTA?  Host A House Party: Hosting a house party is more than just gathering friends—it’s an act of impact. By bringing people together to...

Dear RTA Community, We’re about to embark on a journey together. Last week, I stepped into the role of Executive Director at RTA, and I’m honored to introduce myself to...

We’re proud to announce the appointment of program alum Jermaine Archer as RTA’s next Executive Director! An alum of RTA’s programs and a longtime leader in our community, Jermaine will...