Dr. Stanley Andrisse presents Breaking Chains, Building Futures

Explore the realities of life behind and beyond bars through a collection of compelling, first-hand stories

In Breaking Chains, Building Futures: Pathways to Redemption, Education, and Excellence, activist and endocrinologist Dr. Stanley Andrisse brings together a profoundly moving collection of first-hand accounts from individuals impacted by various lengths of incarceration. This powerful book sheds light on the struggles, triumphs, and enduring hope of people navigating life under the weight of harsh Pr*son sentences and the daunting challenges of reentry.

Through these authentic stories, you'll witness the raw humanity of life behind bars and the determination of those striving to reclaim their futures. Meet inspiring individuals like:

• Oswald Newbold, sentenced to life at 20 after growing up with teenage parents battling addiction.
• William Freeman, who spent over two decades serving a life without parole sentence.
• Desiree Riley, a Black mother whose story highlights the intersection of race, gender, and parental incarceration.

Dr. Andrisse also shares his personal journey from incarceration to becoming a scientist and leading Pr*son to Professionals (P2P), a nonprofit empowering justice-impacted individuals to pursue higher education and redefine success. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the human impact of criminal sentencing and incarceration. Breaking Chains, Building Futures is more than a chronicle of hardship--it's a testament to courage, resilience, and the unyielding pursuit of a better tomorrow.

Dr. Stanley Andrisse, MBA, PhD, is an endocrinologist scientist and Assistant Professor at Howard University College of Medicine, specializing in type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance research. He also serves as a visiting faculty member at Georgetown University Medical Center and has held academic positions at Imperial College London and Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Beyond his scientific expertise, Dr. Andrisse is a nationally recognized advocate for criminal justice reform and educational access. He is the Executive Director and Founder of From Pr*son Cells to PhD (P2P), a nonprofit dedicated to empowering formerly incarcerated individuals through education and mentorship.

His personal journey—from being sentenced to a maximum-security Pr*son to earning a PhD and MBA—has inspired thousands, making him a sought-after keynote speaker at universities, government institutions, and corporate events.

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