Advocates host forum on Georgia’s parole process and transparency

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - ReNforce partnered with Women on the Rise on Thursday to host a public forum on Georgia’s parole process.Community advocates explained how the system works, addressed common myths and led an interactive simulation that walked participants through parole scenarios.“This is so important so they can understand the process,” said Robyn Simpson, director and CEO of Women on the Rise. “It’s not about releasing everybody. It’s more like, everybody needs to understand how the process works. What’s not working and what would be better for the community?”The forum comes as advocates push Georgia lawmakers to pass the Public Safety and Parole Transparency Act.You can learn more about the act by clicking here.