From Incarceration to being named as one of the Sacramento Bee's Top 20 Black Changemakers is a defining Full Circle moment!
This Full Circle Men on the Move episode with Wajuba McDuffy was nothing short of powerful. Wajuba opened up about growing up without a father figure, which left a void that was quickly filled by the streets. Seeking attention and validation, he joined a gang at 12 years old—a story that mirrors the experience of so many of our youth today.
He also shared how hopelessness consumed him after being sentenced to life without parole at just 17. Yet, inside those walls, Wajuba found a spark. Through programming, therapy, and mentorship, he began the hard work of healing. With the help of California legislation and a determined attorney, he walked free after 22 years—and has since dedicated his life to giving others the hope he once longed for.
This is more than just his story—it’s a story of transformation, redemption, and the belief that second chances matter.
Call to Action: Share this episode with your family, friends, and especially our youth. Let them hear how hope can rise out of hopelessness, and how the cycle can be broken. Together, we can be part of the change.
