Elizabeth Gaynes
7 pieces
Honoring Young Leaders and Humanitarians at U.N. Mission
New York, N.Y. Fifteen years ago, I began a journey of unknown destination. Last week, we celebrated that journey - and the many people who have journeyed with us. Many d…
I Married a Munster: Review of 'My Life with Grandpa Al Lewis'
New York, N.Y. Al Lewis was one of the most recognized entertainers of all time. He was best known for his character Grampa Munster. Al was the comic genius behind “The M…
Miss America Advocates for Prison Reform
New York, N.Y. Recently I was surprised to meet Miss America following her rousing speech on the rights of prisoners and their families to a particularly well-heeled crow…
NYS Prisons: Scrapheaps or Repair Shops?
New York, N.Y. A staggering two million children have one or more parents incarcerated in the United States. New York State - with the fifth highest population of incarce…
Prison Reform Advocate on Reflection, Remorse, Responsibility
Editor's Note: Elizabeth Gaynes, director of an organization creating opportunities for people affected by the criminal justice system to further develop their strengths…
On Park Avenue, Son & Mother’s Talk on Prison
New York, N.Y. I recently had the opportunity to attend The Osborne Association ’s 2012 Annual Lighting the Way Breakfast where I heard an array of speakers, both polishe…
Riveting Speech on Prison Reform from Experience
New York, N.Y. I was fortunate to be invited to The Osborne Association ’s 2012 Annual Lighting the Way Breakfast recently where I heard attorney Elizabeth Gaynes present…