A KINDR Way to Reduce Recidivism
KINDR Prisons is a program that helps adults in custody break through self-deprecating thoughts and become catalysts for change.
Our programs spark inner transformation, the key to self-forgiveness, the forgiveness of others, and the ability to build future relationships and move forward into a positive future.
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Saint Badass: The Story of the Cover Art...
Roy Tester, inmate and co-author, with Doug Carnine created the cover art for the book Saint Badass: Personal Transcendence in Tucker Mall Hell. Without artist supplies, using 8 envelopes and determin... (Click to Read More)
Reflections by Black Youth on Lasting Happiness for Teens...
After completing our Lasting Happiness: Guide for Teens & Young Adults program, the students and facilitators reflect on what they learned about kindness and the effect it has had on their life.... (Click to Read More)
Spreading Kindness Campaign...
Help us make Eugene and Springfield Cities of Kindness in Oregon... (Click to Read More)
The Book: Saint Badass: Personal Transformation in Tucker Max Hell...
This isn't Doug's story about four men. It's their story, in their own words. Saint Badass was written by Doug and the four men as co-authors — the product of years of correspondence ... (Click to Read More)
Mindful Kindness Program: How Love Wins...
This abbreviated edition of HOW LOVE WINS has been developed by the KINDR Foundation into The Mindful Kindness Program for prisons... (Click to Read More)
Ernesto's Story: Second Chances...
My name is Ernesto Rodriguez. I was a prisoner in California serving a 37-year sentence for crimes I committed at 18 years old. I was incarcerated for 24 years before my release in 2023.... (Click to Read More)
