Tune in to hear Kay and Sherelle discuss Sherelle's journey, the school-to-prison pipeline, and ways caregivers of children of incarcerated parents can help. Sherelle most often has been described as a remarkable young woman of God and a survivor. A victim of parental incarceration, Sherelle faced a childhood of trauma related challenges as she fought to maintain psychological, physical, and spiritual freedom. Statistics suggest many that have walked Sherelle’s path end up uneducated, entangled in the criminal system and living in poverty. However Sherelle has managed to navigate life traumatic circumstances turning pain into purpose. She has beaten the odds and has become an inspiration to many. Through this traumatic experience, Sherelle has become an advocate for children of incarcerated parents. She founded “Pure Heart Foundation” to bridge the gap and create opportunities for children who are often forgotten. Pure Heart has assisted bringing awareness to the psychological instability children of incarcerated parents and providers face. Sherelle has a goal of decreasing generational incarceration, including “the school to prison pipe line” by creating a new cycle of hope, love and financial sustainability. Sherelle shares her journey to freedom through her NEW book “The Prisoners’ Kid” in hopes it inspires every reader will look within. Sherelle attended University of Michigan, obtaining a BA in Child Psychology. Currently, she is the Resource Counselor for CEASE FIRE Detroit a partnership with Law Enforcement, Community and Faith-Base to address violent crime and she is the Executive Director of Pure Heart Foundation. Connect with her on social media and on https://sherellehogan.com. Join MSE’s growing podcast community on social media Instagram and Facebook: @msepodcast. Visit bygracenp.com to see more and you can also tune in through the free By Grace Not Perfection mobile app on Apple and Android devices.