Truth Be Told is hiring for two impactful roles—Program Coordinator (Part-Time) and a Board Member role. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of incarcerated women and believe in the power of healing, we invite you to apply. Be part of an organization that creates intergenerational change by promoting wellness and transformation. Submit […]
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FOX 7 Austin TBT News Story
Fox 7 News Austin highlights Truth Be Told in a recent news piece. Watch Video
KUT 90.5 Get Involved Spotlight
Each month KUT 90.5, Austin’s NPR radio station, spotlights a local nonprofit that’s in need of help, in an effort to connect listeners with charities that make an impact. Truth Be Told was highlighted as KUT 90.5’s Get Involved Spotlight organization for August 2023. See the full story on their website here or listen to the audio segment below.
The Story Behind Our Quilt Project
The Quilt Project began in early 2004 by Peggy Chandler, the mother of Truth Be Told founder Carol Waid. Carol interviewed her mom and asked what inspired her to want to make quilts for the women of our program. Peggy said, “I love them, even though I don’t know them, because Carol loves them.” She […]
Spectrum News Interview With Truth Be Told
In an interview with Spectrum News, executive director Jocelyn De La Rosa explains what Truth Be Told is doing to help women in Texas prisons.
Sandra- “I wanted the safe community that I had in prison, out of prison.”
“I have worked hard since my release to get back on track and stay on track. I am looking forward to celebrating my success.”
Sara – “Free yourself from within.”
Sara is celebrating nearly 7 years of being released. When she was released she promised herself she would never return to prison.
Zerri – “On the road to becoming who I want to be.”
Zerri’s enthusiasm is contagious as she recounts how her life has shifted since she began doing trauma healing work.
Michelle – “I had to stop that cycle.”
Michelle is quickly approaching the one year mark of her release. She continues to make a daily choice to continue doing the work to live her most authentic life.