Meet Author Hassan A.

Latif, hear him read from his new book and answer questions, have him sign a copy for you or a loved one.

Saturday, June 2, 2012, from 1-3 pm, Brother

Jeff's Cultural Center, 2836 Welton Street, Denver. Refreshments served. Monday, June 18, 2012, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, Blair Caldwell Library, 2401 Welton Street, Denver. Refreshments served. Contact 720-297-9694 for info.

Hassan A. Latif is a Certified Addictions Counselor in Colorado, providing services primarily to those who are formerly incarcerated as well as people living with HIV. A nationally certified Cognitive Behavior Change Facilitator (NCTI), Hassan is the Executive Director of Second Chance Center, a non-profit organization committed to reducing recidivism. After spending almost 18 consecutive years in Colorado penitentiaries, Hassan set out to help others avoid prison. He is a counselor at Creative Treatment Options, It Takes a Village, and frequently guest facilitates in Colorado correctional facilities. Hassan sits on the Board of Directors of the Colorado Criminal Justice Reform Coalition.

A must read for anyone who has been affected by incarceration, searching for the why and the hope that change is possible. Autumn B A life changing manual on how to regain and maintain your freedom . A must read for anyone dealing with incarceration. Damond M. "A really powerful message, people need it. Wonderful piece of work there." Ken G.