Pati has been invited to participate in a two-week artists residency focused on prison issues at the Blue Mountain Center in New York State. Fifteen artists were invited to share their work related to incarceration, the prison system, and inmates and their stories. Pati will spend her time developing a facilitator’s handbook for Telling My Story as well as sharing and networking with other artists and activists.
“I am excited to give myself this time to focus on just my writings, and also to meet with people doing works that relate to my work,” Pati said. “When I was learning about their work, I felt hopeful.” Hopefully, the retreat will also give her a chance to catch her breath and reflect on a very busy year of
programs!