Photograph of Parole Project client, Michael Smith

Meet Our Newest Clients | March 2021

When Clifford was 15 he was given a life without parole sentence. After 38 years in prison he received his second chance. He reminds us that children should never be considered disposable.
After 28 years in prison, Michael received his second chance. For years he volunteered at Angola’s hospice unit, caring for others in their time of need. Now that he’s home, Michael’s desire is to continue to be a servant leader.
Despite receiving a life sentence for a nonviolent drug offense and spending 24 years in prison, Eric is hopeful and optimistic about rebuilding his life.  
When Michael was 17, he was given a life without parole sentence. After 38 years in prison, he received his second chance. Michael is yet another example that children should not be sent to prison with no hope for redemption. 

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