Our Story

Barbara Fair, "Mother of the Movement" with Stop Solitary CT, celebrating with a raffle winner at the Blossoming Beyond Bars conference

Blossoming Beyond Bars began with a shared vision between three organizations — Winning Ways Inc., JGH Justice Alliance, and Quality Counseling — and one simple belief: a woman's past does not decide her future. Together, we create a safe, uplifting space for women who have been impacted by incarceration to heal, connect, and grow.

Heading into its fifth year, Blossoming Beyond Bars brings together survivors, advocates, and community partners for a day of wellness, financial empowerment, creative expression, and real conversation. Each partner brings its own strength, and together we help every woman take her next step forward.

The Visionaries

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Dr. Janet Garcia-Hallett

JGH Justice Alliance
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Dr. Kevin Paulin

Kevnesha Boyd, LPC

Quality Counseling
Winning Ways

What People Are Saying

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    I learned that I am capable of writing my own story.

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    Letting go and not letting my past define me. Its time to move forward.

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    This is my second conference, this year’s was just as good as last year.

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    Blossoming Beyond Bars is continued process. Bars dont stop your progress.

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What the Day Includes

Inspiring Keynote Speaker

Panel Conversations

Wellness & Healing Workshops

Giveaways and Raffles

Community Resources & Connection

Your past is part of your story, not the end of it.

Get Involved

Whether you want to attend, speak, volunteer, or sponsor, we'd love to hear from you. Together, we can help more women bloom.

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