Healing the Trauma of Wrongful Conviction

The Wrongful Conviction Trauma Center exists to support individuals and families devastated by wrongful imprisonment. Through trauma-informed care, advocacy, and reintegration services, we help exonerees reclaim their lives, dignity, and future.

Founder Story

Born From Experience. Built for Impact.

Marilyn’s life was forever changed by a wrongful conviction that unjustly took years of her freedom. After her exoneration, she turned pain into purpose—creating the Wrongful Conviction Trauma Center to ensure that no exoneree is left to heal alone.

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Justice Doesn’t End at Exoneration

Wrongful conviction leaves deep emotional, psychological, and financial scars. Freedom alone does not erase trauma. WCTC exists to bridge the gap between release and true recovery—providing care, stability, and hope for a life beyond survival.

Lives Reclaimed. Futures Restored.

Every exoneree deserves the chance to heal, rebuild, and thrive. Through our programs, individuals regain confidence, reconnect with their communities, and move forward with dignity.

A hand is holding a protest sign in front of a large neoclassical building with columns. The sign reads 'I Oppose the Death Penalty' and 'Don't Kill for Me!', along with hashtags and a website link.

Justice Doesn’t End at Exoneration.

Healing begins when support continues beyond release. Join us in restoring lives impacted by wrongful conviction.