Kyle B. – Resource Specialist

The families and friends of loved ones in Oregon’s prisons who reach out to CURE with questions and concerns about incarceration want honest answers, confirmation about their experiences and hope. In 2022 I became a Policy and Outreach Associate for the Oregon Justice Resource Center after serving 27 years in the women’s prison. I talk for a living about improving the carceral system and justice modernization to city, county and state leadership. Those conversations pale in comparison to talking to a mom about how she is going to connect with her daughter and help her do her time. While incarcerated, after I was gaining ground on my healing, I helped as many women as I could including their families…it is an honor to continue to do that out here. The carceral system is often confusing, daunting and leaves those on the inside and outside feeling hopeless….but feelings are not an adequate evaluation of the truth. There are ways to navigate the system, feel supported and maintain hopefulness…..connecting with CURE is one of those ways.