Grassroots MCH Initiative

TEASER ALERT! Tune in to WTHR Channel 13 tomorrow - Tuesday, 10/17 - at 4:00p.m. for a story about the Promises of Parenting Program in the Indiana Women's Prison and how one mom, Johanna Bryan, is now thriving out in the community with her son. Thanks to a new Early Years Initiative grant received from Early Learning Indiana, the Grassroots MCH Initiative will be able to continue the Promises of Program for the next three years.

"For mothers coming out of prison, there are often added challenges, like finding child care and buying formula they can afford. Mothers on the Rise is trying to make it easier for these women and their children."

We are grateful to NPR for taking the time to learn about and share the story of Mothers on the Rise!

Indiana group helps mothers recently released from prison find housing and jobs Mothers on the Rise shows women how to navigate challenges, such as finding jobs or housing, that can arise for people with prison records.