Giving back through life-changing experiences.
#FREEHER
Our History
Founded by grassroots organizers and advocates Debra Bennett-Austin and Aniesha Austin, Change Comes Now has been working hard with the help of our parent organization, the National Council for Incarcerated and Formerly Incarcerated Women and Girls, members, and volunteers to help bring awareness and to institute change.
Seeing a need for energetic, nonprofit work in this area, we formed our organization to provide sensible solutions. We've consistently grown since then, all thanks to the helping hands of this amazing community!
Our Mission
Standing in The Gap
We are focused on assisting those who have been, are in danger of being, and who are currently impacted by the criminal legal system.
We are determined to educate, empower, and enhance.
Our work is dedicated to bringing injustices to light, empowering those impacted by the criminal legal system and delivering charitable services. We strive to inspire and improve lives.
Nothing About Us Without Us
We focus on making the maximum positive effort for our communities. Our members and volunteers provide the momentum that helps us affect change.
Our Values
Nothing About Us Without Us
Our amazing team of regular and part-time volunteers are committed to helping others. We take our convictions and turn them into action. Think you would be a good fit? Get in touch for more information!
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions. Your generous donation will fund our mission.
Together we can:
Shift the narrative on women in Florida impacted by the criminal legal system, poverty, mental health, addiction, and violence.
Together we can make this happen by:
Engaging in community education about alternatives to incarceration. Addressing the underlying issues such as: the horrific conditions experienced by women and girls, and the ultimate failure of the prison system.
What we have done so far:
Support women as they apply for clemency. Provide material aid to incarcerated women, women re-entering their communities and people impacted by COVID-19.
