Help Build the Future of Support, Accountability, and Reform.
FIRST-Network is building a national community dedicated to supporting adults in custody, strengthening families, expanding resources, improving communication, and creating meaningful change through connection, education, advocacy, and action.
Be among the first to shape it
We believe meaningful reform starts with people, data, and transparency working together.
By becoming a Founding Member, you are helping build a first-of-its-kind network that combines real-time reporting, community support, resource sharing, advocacy, and accountability into one connected platform.
There is currently no cost to participate during the Founding Member phase.
As FIRST-Network grows, Founding Members will receive priority access to new programs, resources, community features, workshops, missions, and future member benefits.
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Everyone with a stake in change
FIRST-Network welcomes individuals and organizations who share our commitment to support, accountability, communication, education, advocacy, and meaningful reform.
Family members and loved ones
Formerly incarcerated individuals
Community advocates
Volunteers
Support group leaders
Researchers and academics
Journalists and media professionals
Attorneys and legal professionals
Reentry organizations
Nonprofit organizations
Service providers
Community leaders
Concerned citizens who want to help create meaningful change
One connected platform for change
Real-time data, real community, and real accountability — working together in one place.
Real-Time Reporting
Help strengthen one of the first nationwide efforts to collect real-time information and identify patterns across federal facilities.
Community & Connection
Connect with families, advocates, professionals, organizations, and others who understand the challenges facing those impacted by the federal prison system.
Resources & Education
Receive access to educational materials, workshops, guides, and tools designed to help families navigate every stage of the journey.
Advocacy & Reform
Support efforts focused on communication, accountability, transparency, and meaningful solutions.
Missions & Community Action
Participate in projects, campaigns, and community initiatives designed to create support, awareness, and engagement.
Help Build Something New
FIRST-Network is creating a platform that does not currently exist — a place where data, people, support, education, advocacy, and accountability work together in real time.
Among the first to receive
As FIRST-Network grows, Founding Members will receive priority access to future programs, community features, member resources, workshops, events, and other benefits developed as part of the platform.
Founding Member recognition opportunities
Access to future member programs
Priority access to workshops and events
FIRST-Connect community updates
Mission participation opportunities
Advocacy alerts and action campaigns
Educational resources and tools
Early access to future platform features
Opportunities to help shape future programs and services
Your unique FIRST-Network Member Number
Upon registration, each Founding Member receives a unique FIRST-Network Member Number. This number remains associated with the member account and may be used in the future for:
Reporting concerns
Support requests
Donations
Workshop registration
Event participation
Member benefits
Future platform access
Community engagement opportunities
Be Part of the Foundation
The future of FIRST-Network is being built today. Join a growing community of families, advocates, professionals, organizations, and supporters working together to create stronger communication, better resources, meaningful accountability, and real-world solutions.
Together, we can build a more informed, connected, and responsive system that supports successful outcomes for everyone impacted by incarceration and reentry.