A New Way of Life’s founder, Susan Burton, was honored by NBC News, and selected as one of 10 extraordinary Americans making a positive difference in the world around them.
As part of their “Inspiring America: The 2023 Inspiration List,” Ms. Burton received the title: “The Invincible,” for her dedicated work in helping thousands of returning citizens receive hope for a better life during, and upon release from, incarceration.
Her unforgettable 2017 memoir, Becoming Ms. Burton: From Prison to Recovery to Leading the Fight for Incarcerated Women, continues to be a sought-after and highly recommended read.
Along with A New Way of Life, she launched the SAFE Housing Network and is co-founder of All of Us or None (AOUON) and the Formerly Incarcerated & Convicted People’s Movement (FICPM).
See a portion of her NBC interview here:
Susan Burton was a featured panelist for 'Leaders Inspiring America' at the Aspen Ideas Festival, on June 28, 2023.
NBC Universal News Group recently announced the honorees for its prime-time special, “Inspiring America: The Inspiration List.” NBC News’ Tom Llamas brought this conversation featuring Americans making a difference in Aspen. The panel included environmental and climate justice activist Catherine Flowers; Susan Burton, creator of the nonprofit A New Way of Life; and actor John Leguizamo, whose series“Leguizamo Does America” highlights thriving Latino communities across the country.
Watch here:
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