The Forgotten Ones Mission
In our country, there are entire classes of people who are locked up in prisons, whose humanity and rights have been disregarded, and whose existence forgotten by most of society.
Our movement started as a humble attempt to bring levity, entertainment and connection to individuals who are currently incarcerated at a federal prison in Brooklyn. Through the unifying expression of dance, and other forms of entertainment, we lift the spirits of those inside, support their families and loved ones, and shine a light on a judicial system that, along with societal stigma, has allowed an entire sector of our population to be treated as less than human.
In the process of reinvigorating a sense of hope during these dark and difficult times, we have uncovered many other resources and forms of support that are sorely needed. As a result, we plan on organizing efforts to offer that support. Things most people take for granted, like talking to a friend or taking Advil for a headache, are luxuries not afforded to the people being held at MDC, and prisons across America. By staying ignorant to this reality, we allow our forgotten ones to live in conditions we would find unacceptable for our pets.
At some point in our lives, we’ve all had the experience of being forgotten. Our mission is to shine a light on this “forgottenness,” expose the violations that are currently cloaked in darkness, and restore our shared humanity through authentic human expression.
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100% of monies donated will go directly to inmates for books, commissary, postage supplies, and more.