About Us

formerly incarcerated people shaking hands and making connection and friends

Our Story & Mission

Our vision is to foster a welcoming, stigma-free community in
Washtenaw, Jackson, and Ingham counties to support and engage all residents, including those who have experienced incarceration.

Meet Our Team

Every individual on our staff and board has a unique story and a unique pathway that brought them here. Get to know the friendly faces behind A Brighter Way.

team members at A Brighter Way at an event for the formerly incarcerated