Previous Events
Lifer School
Lifer School is a full-day, interactive educational symposium designed for family members, loved ones, advocates, legal professionals, and community members who want to better understand California’s discretionary parole process. Lifer School took place on March 14, 2026 at UCLA School of Law. Stay tuned for access to a robust set of helpful resources and a recording of the event.
Attorneys can earn 4.25 MCLE credits.
UnCommon Heroes — Centering Community: A Celebration of Solidarity
On November 1, 2025, our community gathered at The Bridge Yard in Oakland for a powerful homecoming, where we welcomed former clients and others recently released from prison, honored those still inside, and celebrated the people and partners who stand with us in the movement for healing-centered justice.
Home After Harm Graduation at Salinas Valley State Prison
UnCommon Law held the graduation ceremony for our second Home After Harm cohort at Salinas Valley State Prison on August 7, 2025. The ceremony honored 30 graduates and two peer mentors who completed the program and recognized the steps they’ve taken toward growth, healing, and transformation.
Home After Harm Graduation at Lancaster
UnCommon Law held a powerful graduation for our third Home After Harm cohort on July 31, 2025, at California State Prison, Los Angeles County (Lancaster). Twenty-seven participants and three peer mentors were recognized for completing the program and for the courage, work, and growth they’ve taken on throughout the year.