If the world were ideal, no one would have to prove their value and correct societal misconceptions and biases. However, shoulda/woulda/coulda is not a strategy for change. Hard realities must be embraced and accounted for before sustainable solutions can take place. We must connect with communities indifferent or even antagonistic to those of us with criminal records to show them we are not what they think. And they need us to make this first step for their good as well. Connect before collision. Directed, shot and edited by Kaleigh Atkinson Camera and Lighting by Lindsey Bangsberg Camera and Drone by Dominic Rodriguez