Join Us for this Special Event! Panelists: Peter Goerzen, Professor of Bible and Religion, Bethel College Donna Schneweis, Board Chair, KCADP Ron Wurtz, Retired Federal Public Defender, First Director of the Kansas Death Penalty Defense Unit Katie Rose Friesen Birkey, Bethel College Student Steven Becker, Former District Court … [Read more...] about Join Us September 10th!
Victim Voices
Murder: It doesn’t have to end with another death
In 1994 when the Legislature was debating the reinstatement of the Kansas death penalty, proponents kept saying the tragedy of murder had to lead to another death via execution. Murder victim family member Bill Lucero visited legislators and told them that it did not need to end that way. He told the House Federal and State Affairs Committee in January 1994 ”The death … [Read more...] about Murder: It doesn’t have to end with another death
McIntyre case gives reason to pause
On Oct. 13th, after proceedings in Wyandotte County District court, Lamonte McIntyre was released from custody after serving 23 years on charges of murdering two persons. The District Attorney agreed to the release calling it a case of "manifest injustice". McIntyre became the second person released in Kansas in two years due to exoneration after being convicted of first … [Read more...] about McIntyre case gives reason to pause
Not in MY Name!
Celeste Dixon was originally a weak supporter of the death penalty. She lost her mom, Marguerite, to murder in Texas. What kept her going after her mom’s death was the promise of a trial and that they were seeking the death penalty. Celeste attended the trial every day because she wanted the defendant to see the people left behind and their anger and rage. After the guilty … [Read more...] about Not in MY Name!
Spreading the Word by Carolyn Zimmerman
I became an advocate at the invitation of someone who was already involved in this important work. Whether you share your personal experience of commitment to abolition or express your financial support of the cause, you can help grow the movement. There are many opportunities and examples of how individuals can quietly – but effectively – share their dedication to … [Read more...] about Spreading the Word by Carolyn Zimmerman
Thank you Vicki Schieber!
Thank you to everyone who was able to attend our Annual Abolition Conference, as well as, Vicki's other speaking events at Benedictine College and Pittsburg State University! KCADP would like to especially Thank to Vicki Schieber and family for making the trip to Kansas! Also, don't forget to click here and download all the materials presented at the Abolition Conference! … [Read more...] about Thank you Vicki Schieber!
2013 Abolition Conference
This event is FREE and OPEN to the public! Mark your calendars for October 19th and join us for our 2013 Abolition Conference at First Christian Church of Topeka, located at 1880 SW Gage Blvd., in Topeka! Pre-Register today by calling our office at 785-235-2237! Come and Listen to Vicki Schieber, the mother of Shannon Schieber, who was … [Read more...] about 2013 Abolition Conference
Commemoration Ceremony at the Tree of Healing
Mary Sloan, KCADP Executive Director, ties a yellow ribbon around the Tree of Healing at the annual Commemoration Ceremony. Thank you to all of those who participated! Read more about the ceremony here. Photo and Story by Glenn Bartlett (Kansas First News) … [Read more...] about Commemoration Ceremony at the Tree of Healing
Video: Father of Murder Victim Shares Why He Opposes Death Penalty
Bob Hessman, Dodge City, shares the story of his and his wife's efforts to forgive the man who murdered their daughter. … [Read more...] about Video: Father of Murder Victim Shares Why He Opposes Death Penalty
Kansas Op-Ed: Neely Goen, Daughter of Murder Victim, Opposes Death Penalty
Neely Goen never met her father. His name was Conroy O’Brien, and he was a Kansas state trooper who was murdered in the line of duty. Neely told her story, and how she came to oppose the death penalty, in an op-ed to the Wichita Eagle published today. Neely wrote: “My father’s murder, along with other cases, led people to call for a … [Read more...] about Kansas Op-Ed: Neely Goen, Daughter of Murder Victim, Opposes Death Penalty
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