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  • Leo's Story

    Leo's Story

    MEET LEO, Leo was 17 when he got arrested. He spent over two years in a high-security juvenile hall. By the time we met him, he was one of the oldest. He felt tired, frustrated, and stuck. Through Modern Abolition’s...

  • Carlos' Story

    Carlos' Story

    MEET CARLOS, Carlos grew up believing toughness was the only way to survive. Anger was his armor, and trust was never an option. But beneath the surface was a young man desperate to be seen, known, and guided.Through mentorship, consistency,...

  • Layla's Story

    Layla's Story

    MEET LAYLA, For years, Layla chased validation in all the wrong spaces—seeking attention from peers, approval from adults, and worth in what others thought of her. But no matter how hard she tried, it was never enough. Then, everything shifted....