The Linkage Community forms a creative network with and for people directly impacted by incarceration. Together, we dismantle isolation, build bridges of opportunity, and connect through creativity.
ROOTED IN THE LIVED EXPERTISE OF OUR MEMBERS, WE OFFER EXPANSIVE, INTERCONNECTED PROGRAMMING DESIGNED TO
SUSTAIN CREATIVE PRACTICE,
FOSTER CONNECTION, AND
SUPPORT HOLISTIC LIFE BEYOND INCARCERATION
The Linkage Community forms a creative network with and for people directly impacted by incarceration. Together, we dismantle isolation, build bridges of opportunity, and connect through creativity.
Pillars of Engagement
ROOTED IN THE LIVED EXPERTISE OF OUR MEMBERS, WE OFFER EXPANSIVE, INTERCONNECTED PROGRAMMING DESIGNED TO SUSTAIN CREATIVE PRACTICE, FOSTER CONNECTION, AND SUPPORT HOLISTIC LIFE BEYOND INCARCERATION
BRIDGING GAPS
Removing barriers to access, opportunity, & digital connection.
– Personalized referrals to social services
– Travel support for in-person events
– Pre-entry parole board support
– One-on-one technology coaching
– Custom webpages + digital business cards
– Free digitization of artwork
BRIDGING GAPS
Removing barriers to access, opportunity, & digital connection.
– Personalized referrals to social services
– Travel support for in-person events
– Pre-entry parole board support
– One-on-one technology coaching
– Custom webpages + digital business cards
– Free digitization of artwork
BELONGING
Fostering mutual care, authentic connection, & a soft place to land.
– “Welcome to Linkage” meals
– Bi-annual one-on-one check-ins
– Bi-monthly in-person gatherings
– Weekly virtual Coffee & Chat
– Weekly newsletter
– Private online community space
DEVELOPMENT
Supporting lifelong artistic & professional growth.
– Exhibitions & performances
– Annual in-person art intensive
– Virtual Emerging Artists training
– One-on-one project consultations
– Grant/scholarship support
– Free art supplies
– Arts organization introductions
Get Involved