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LOHM joined Breakout Conference in Miami to amplify justice-impacted women's voices, featuring P4E fellows and Dr. Sam.

Dr. Topeka K. Sam tops Essence's Black Futures Now list for 2025 as number one honoree.

Epic Kush launched in Detroit; all proceeds support LOHM's mission to end poverty and incarceration for women.

Growing Peace and LOHM installed eight hydroponic towers at Edgecombe Residential Treatment Facility.

An Upper West Side teen builds hydroponic gardens to feed thousands in the Bronx, inspiring community support.

Women from The LOHM visited Virgin's New York office for workshops and meaningful conversations with the team.

As states enact no-cash bail reforms, Topeka K. Sam advocates for programs helping those still incarcerated return home.

Rewire News profiles formerly incarcerated advocates running a prison doula initiative to improve childbirth outcomes.

New York Daily News letters discuss Black Maternal Health Week and advocate for better resources for incarcerated mothers.

Virgin Orbit article highlights LOHM's programs unlocking career pathways for women affected by the criminal legal system.

Variety's 2022 Power of Women event honors Drew Barrymore, Camila Cabello, Kim Cattrall, Queen Latifah and Amanda Seyfried.

MSN shares Topeka K. Sam's speech at Variety's Power of Women event celebrating influential women.

Variety details Topeka K. Sam receiving Google's inaugural Social Impact Award for work with formerly incarcerated women.

Matter of Fact segment showcases a LOHM program providing safe housing for formerly incarcerated women.

Matter of Fact segment highlights LOHM's innovative homes that support formerly incarcerated women.

Cathleen Trigg-Jones interviews Dr. Topeka K. Sam about disparities faced by justice-impacted women.

LOHM launches #RemissionNow campaign with REFORM Alliance to seek justice regarding restitution.

The Strategist lists holiday gifts that give back while supporting causes and organizations like LOHM.

Virgin Unite supports LOHM to provide professional career pathways for women impacted by incarceration.

The Athlete's Foot partners with adidas S.E.E.D. to host Soles of Hope event in New Orleans on November 20.

The Athlete's Foot partners with Adidas' experiential education program for the Soles of Hope initiative.

After reports of a 'night of terror' at a women's prison, experts discuss what really happens behind bars.

The NFL and its clubs have contributed more than $95 million in support of education, economic advancement, police and community relations.

​​League expands grant pool, dedicates funding toward closing the "digital divide" and will keep Inspire Change at the forefront.

News12 reports that the NFL's Inspire Change initiative granted funding to the Ladies of Hope Ministries in Brooklyn.

BronxNet host Daren Jaime speaks with Topeka Sam about the work of the Ladies of Hope Ministries.

The New York Times details how hedge fund Third Point's investment supports Topeka K. Sam and LOHM's criminal justice work.

LOHM and Third Point announce a partnership giving LOHM access to business, legal, real estate, technology and communications expertise.

NY1 video showcases Hope House, LOHM's independent living space providing support services and safe housing for formerly incarcerated women.

NY1 profiles Hope House, a safe housing space in the Bronx for women and girls recently released from prison or jail.

A Google blog post shares how digital skills training helps previously incarcerated jobseekers prepare for reentry.

A new training program backed by Google and city nonprofits aims to improve employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated people.

Topeka K. Sam visits New Orleans to celebrate the first anniversary of Hope House NOLA for formerly incarcerated women.

MYD Global hosts Topeka K. Sam to discuss women, incarceration and second chances after release.

Dr. Sam and LOHM team with Mama Glow to offer doula training for women and non-binary people impacted by the criminal legal system.

Black News Channel covers Harlem Restaurant Week with 60 restaurants; Harlem Park to Park partners with LOHM to support families.

Dr. Topeka K. Sam's journey to heal incarcerated women's trauma took her from 'queenpin' to founding the Ladies of Hope Ministries.

MSN News features Topeka K. Sam's interview with Fox News religion correspondent Lauren Green.

There is a powerful movement taking shape to stand up on behalf of some of our country’s most silenced and vulnerable women.

Here are the personal stories of two previously incarcerated women now leading highly successful careers.

Holly Harris is the president of Justice Action Network. Topeka K. Sam is co-founder and senior adviser of New Yorkers United for Justice.

Confined with COVID-19: A conversation on Zoom with topics like on women, incarceration and safety.

Returning citizens have an open road ahead of them that is full of opportunity, and there are several organizations that can help steer.

Host Daren Jaime sits down with the Founder of the Ladies of Hope Ministries, Topeka Sam to discuss the work of The LOHM.

Biz New Orleans highlights the grand opening of Hope House NOLA, a partnership between Operation Restoration and LOHM.

Fox 8 Local First covers the opening of Hope House NOLA, a safe space for women and girls transitioning from incarceration.

SpeakerHub's World of Speakers podcast features Ryan Foland interviewing Topeka K. Sam about amplifying your message online.

WWL-TV announces the opening of Hope House NOLA, a new safe space to help women and girls transition from incarceration to stable lives.

Nola.com reports on Hope House NOLA, a safe home helping formerly incarcerated women reintegrate into society.

Christopher 2X and Topeka K. Sam argue that presidential pardons don't replace the need for comprehensive criminal justice reform.

Topeka Sam has always been good at connecting people to opportunity – that skill landed her in prison on drug conspiracy charges.

Topeka K. Sam, founder and executive director of The Ladies of Hope Ministries, is joining the Board of Directors of The Marshall Project.

Activist and social entrepreneur Topeka K. Sam has signed a development deal with 44 Blue Productions, Variety interview.

When Topeka K. Sam came home after being imprisoned for three years, she knew her transition would be uncomfortable but fairly easy.