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Pauline Rogers: Fighting for Change, One Life at a Time

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Editorial Team March 05, 2025 1 min read
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Pauline Rogers, co-founder of the RECH Foundation, shares her journey from personal hardship to leading change in reentry services and criminal justice reform. Learn how she’s creating opportunities for the formerly incarcerated, advocating for justice, and building stronger communities through hope, support, and empowerment.

Pauline Rogers Links:  

Website: www.rechfoundationms.org 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauline-rogers-she-her-b4361655/ 

PODCAST INFO:  

Podcast website: https://www.womleadmag.com/podcast/ 

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3YJHMoy 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2GkmpVInAQR7Fgco0pUa1B 

RSS: https://feeds.libsyn.com/409442/rss 

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYDpQX16k5Uh7G7PFjMjZ8KimqoOpFF-t 

CONNECT:  

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WomELLE 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/womelle 

- Twitter: https://twitter.com/womelle 

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womelle 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realwomelle/ 

OUTLINE:

01:06 - Pauline's Early Life and Inspirations

07:10 - The Rich Foundation's Mission and Services

12:35 - Future Plans for the Rich Foundation

20:14 - Personal Experiences and Motivations

24:30 - Funding and Support for the Rich Foundation

30:01 - Recognition and Awards

33:23 - Advice for Women Facing Challenges