Mary Ann Williams
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Our History

Who would have thought the tragic death of a colleague would inspire a “vision of hope.”

The hope that manifested from this vision was a group called to “action.” Mary Ann Williams was the Secretary of the National Association of Blacks In Criminal Justice (NABCJ) and Kay Coulson was the Assistant Secretary. Mary Ann Williams was a woman of vision and determination who unexpectedly died on 2003. Her death became the core of the life she lived. It was her generosity, kindness, and love for mankind that became the motivating drive for the birth of n-ACTION Family Network.

Kay Coulson met with six women in La Mirada, California to discuss the growing rate of incarceration among female offenders and the impact on the children “left behind.”

During this historic meeting, it was determined there was an overwhelming need to identify and find viable solutions to one of the nation’s leading problems (female incarceration) impacting the family. These six women became the chartered members and pledged “A Commitment To Improve Our Nation – to take ACTION! 

n-ACTION Family Network was officially incorporated on February 23, 2004.


Vision Statement

Our vision is to develop a comprehensive network of service providers who will provide resources, life skills services, and referrals.


In addition, provide weekly
classes that will empower, increase self esteem, through education, and mentoring  
to bring about a positive change that would facilitate hope and effect change. 

 

  • BENCHMARKS: 
    Within the first five (5) years, we will accomplish the following:

    Program Development – create two Signature outreach & mentoring programs.


    12 Week Youth Mentoring & Enrichment Program

    16 Week Re-entry & Special Needs Program (for Female Offenders)

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