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Strong Voices/Strong Subjects

Project 180’s Annual Luncheon Lecture Series

Save the Date: Thursday, March 25, 2027

Project 180’s 2027 Strong Voices/Strong Subjects Luncheon Lecture will be held on Thursday, March 25, 2027, at Michael’s On East.

Please save the date and join us for another meaningful and thought-provoking program as we continue exploring the issues that affect individuals returning from incarceration, their families, and our community.

Additional program and ticket information will be announced soon.

Why Reentry Matters

Each year, thousands of individuals return to their communities after incarceration and face significant barriers to securing housing, finding employment, accessing transportation, rebuilding relationships, and establishing stability.

When reentry is successful, its impact reaches far beyond one individual. Families are strengthened, workplaces gain committed employees, neighborhoods become safer, and communities grow stronger. By increasing understanding of the realities of reentry and expanding access to meaningful opportunities, we can help more people build stable, purposeful lives after incarceration.

In addition to speaking throughout the year, Project 180 advances this work through Strong Voices/Strong Subjects, our long-running annual luncheon lecture series dedicated to increasing public understanding of prisoner reentry and its impact on individuals, families, and communities.

A Look Back at Our 2026 Luncheon Lecture

The Power of Healing and Resilience

On March 27, 2026, Project 180 welcomed Kathryn Greenberg, CLC, SEP, a Certified Life and Trauma Coach and Somatic Practitioner, as our keynote speaker. Kathryn shared her expertise on trauma, healing, and resilience, helping guests understand how trauma can affect a person’s life and why healing is an important part of building lasting stability after incarceration.

The program also brought Project 180’s mission to life through powerful personal stories and an inside look at the support, connection, and opportunities that help individuals successfully rebuild their lives.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, supported the event, and continues to stand with Project 180 in creating pathways to successful reentry.

The Light They Cast

The Light They Cast provides an unflinching and poignant look at the human spirit’s capacity for change. Produced by Miles Larsen and Janice Shelton, with executive production by Project 180 founder Barbara Richards, this documentary chronicles the transformative journeys of men in the Sarasota area as they navigate the complex, often-overlooked realities of returning to society after incarceration.

The film captures the raw honesty of their experiences—from the high-stakes vulnerability of their first week out of prison to the hard-won triumphs of achieving sobriety, securing employment, and rebuilding their lives. More than just a documentary, The Light They Cast is a testament to the power of community support and a call to challenge societal perceptions. We invite you to watch the trailer below to see the faces and hear the voices of those proving that, with the right resources and a network of people who believe in them, a “180” is always possible.

Become a 2027 Strong Voices/Strong Subject Sponsor!


Breaker of Chains

$5,000 – your logo here, 8 seats at March 26th luncheon, and private pre-event reception, recognition in all marketing materials.

For sponsorship opportunities contact

antonia@project180reentry.org

(941) 780-5227

Game Changer

$2,500 – your logo here, 8 seats at March 26th luncheon, and private pre-event reception, recognition in all marketing materials.

For sponsorship opportunities contact

antonia@project180reentry.org

(941) 780-5227

Change Agent

$1,000 – your logo here, 6 seats at March 26th luncheon, and private pre-event reception, recognition in all marketing materials.

For sponsorship opportunities contact

antonia@project180reentry.org

(941) 780-5227


















Futurist

$500 – your logo here, 3 seats at March 26th luncheon, and recognition in all marketing materials.

For sponsorship opportunities contact

antonia@project180reentry.org

(941) 780-5227

Innovator

$375 – your logo here, 2 seats at March 26th luncheon, recognition in all marketing materials.

For sponsorship opportunities contact

antonia@project180reentry.org

(941) 780-5227

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