Syrita Stieb, a former inmate turned executive director of Operation Restoration, shares her profound insights on life after incarceration. She discusses the significant barriers individuals face upon reentry, like employment and mental health challenges. Syrita advocates for a rehabilitation-focused system and highlights effective re-entry practices from other countries. The conversation also delves into personal anecdotes about the emotional toll of incarceration, the stigma of felony convictions, and the urgent need for justice reform to support reintegration.