Back to Inside CDCR

Awards and Appreciation, California Model, Rehabilitation

CIW honors people who have passed away

The recent “I Remember” event at California Institution for Women (CIW) honors the memory of those who passed away.

Originally started as a somber ceremony honoring those CIW lost over the years, the event has transformed into a celebration of those lives. Now the event includes a relay race, basketball free-throw competition and plenty of food.

In the spirit of the California Model, staff and the incarcerated population participated in the events.

Like a picnic, incarcerated participants purchased cheeseburger meals to enjoy on the recreation field. Cotton candy, snow cones, and popcorn were also sold to raise money for the American Heart Association.

Story submitted by Lt. William Newborg, AA/PIO
California Institution for Women

CIW employees standing in front of decorations hugging
California Institution for Women (CIW) held their “I Remember” event.
group of people distributing snow cones CIW pays respects
Along with the meal, cotton candy, snow cones, and popcorn were sold to raise money for the American Heart Association.
CIW staff standing together for group photo CIW pays respects
The event started with a ceremony of guest speakers giving honor to those individuals CIW has lost over the years.
CIW staff playing basketball in observance of the fallen
In remembrance and celebration of those lost, the event had a Relay Race and Free Throw competition.

Read more rehabilitation stories.

Learn more about the California Model on the CDCR website.

Follow CDCR on YouTube, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter). Listen to the CDCR Unlocked podcast.

Previous Post CDCR Unlocked highlights Savings Plus
Next Post CDCR launches women recruitment initiative