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Dress Code

What To Bring
In Prison Rules
Food & Drink

General Rules

What To Bring:

  • You MUST bring the valid, government-issued ID that you used to complete Defy’s electronic clearance form (no scanned copies or expired IDs!). Your ID MUST MATCH the information submitted to the prison. 
  • Car keys (You can also leave them secured on the bus)
  • Any medication needed for the duration of the event only (smallest amount possible)
  • A chapstick in your pocket if needed (it’s cold and lips get chapped!)
  • Defy will have some feminine hygiene items should you need them.
  • Defy will provide all necessary materials for the day.
PLEASE NOTE: If you need to double-check which form of ID you submitted, please reach out to me before the event!

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Do Not Bring:

This is an inclusive, but not exhaustive list of prohibited items. If you’re uncertain, the above section describes the only items you should have with you. Please leave all valuables like phones and wallets secured on the bus before entering the facility.

  • Wallets, purses, or bags
  • No cash, coins, credit cards, or business cards
  • Cell phones, or any other electronic devices that transmit a signal (e.g., no Fitbit or Apple watches)
  • Chewing gum
  • Handcuff keys
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Sunglasses
PLEASE NOTE: Under NO circumstances are phones or any other electronics allowed.

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In Prison Rules:

  • Do not give any EIT your personal contact information and do not bring or distribute business cards. Both are violations of CDCR rules. Do not give or receive anything to/from an EIT that is not provided by Defy Ventures.

  • Do not run at any time when you are in the institution, including all areas within the first gate.

  • The only physical contact allowed with EITs is handshakes, high fives, or fist bumps. No hugging.

  • Do not stray from the group. If you need to use the restroom, please ask for a staff member. You will be escorted at all times.

  • Do not make any promises of any type to the EITs (e.g., “I’ll hire you when you get out” or “I’ll mentor you when you get out.”) Communicate these promises only to Defy staff, we would love to talk further about how you can help EITs!

  • Do not leave items lying around. If you wear removable layers, you must keep them with you or stow them with Defy supplies.

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Food & Drink:

  • Water, Coffee, and Snacks will be available for volunteers and EITs throughout the event.
  • Lunch: Defy will provide a selection of sandwiches for everyone.
  • If you have special dietary restrictions, please notify Defy ahead of time if you have not already. In those cases, you may bring your own food with you in plastic bags or plastic containers. Please note personal food cannot be shared with EITs. Be sure to bring a plastic fork/spoon if needed.
  • No metal or glass containers!

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Thank You For Your Support!

For someone who has been shut out of society, the simple act of turning up to donate your time and expertise makes a powerful statement. For the first time in years, they feel like they matter.

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