A Brighter Way was founded in 2016 by three friends who experienced the challenges of reentry firsthand. From day one, we’ve believed in the power of authentic relationships, partnering with neighbors and allies across Washtenaw County to build a community where everyone belongs.
 

Every ABW director and our PEERS Navigators have faced the same barriers our members do. “Reentry Through Relationship” isn’t just our tagline, it’s how we walk with each other, sharing hope, wisdom, and resilience. Together, we’re proving that people are defined not by their past, but by their capacity for transformation.