Robbie Jones

Convicted at age 19 for double-murder in a small town in Illinois, Robbie Jones was the youngest man on Illinois’ Death Row at the time of Ryan’s decision. After Ryan’s decision in 2003, his sentence was commuted to life without parole.

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Murder Victims' Families For Reconciliation
Founded in 1976, Murder Victims' Families for Reconciliation is a national organization of family members of both homicide and state killings who oppose the death penalty in all cases. They advocate for programs and policies that reduce the rate of homicide and promote crime prevention and alternatives to violence and support programs that address the needs of victims, helping them to rebuild their lives.

Family Corrections Network
Family and Corrections Network (FCN) is an organization for and about families of prisoners. They offer information, training and technical assistance on children of prisoners, parenting programs for prisoners, prison visiting, incarcerated fathers and mothers, hospitality programs, keeping in touch, returning to the community, the impact of the justice system on families and prison marriage.

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