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Projects

SAIDIANA PRODUCTIONS

Was founded to develop books, literature and media productions examining the effects of incarceration on children, youth, families and communities - and to rally support for this often forgotten group. For more information, please visit www.letssaidiana.com

Book

"After the Bungy Jump . . . There's Still A Lot of Jerking Goin' On" details a mother's eight years of incarceration and the challenges it presents for her while looking at the family and its concerns during the same period. A unique look for the reader at family dynamics from both sides of the bars when a member of the clan is detained. Never before has this all too common story been told in a manner that all could enjoy. Now it has . . .

Look at what is being said about the book:

Nathaniel Bracey said:

"It was fascinating reading, engaging and informative. The literary style you use is brillant. The characters jumped off the page into a part of my mind that I could not extract from while reading."

Nathaniel Bracey
Executive Director and COO
The Leon Sullivan Charitable Trust
Philadelphia, PA

Dr. Glenn Willis said:

After reading Doris I Mangrum's novel, "After the Bungy Jump, There's Still a Lot of Jerking Goin' On," I must say that I enjoyed the novel a great deal. I was impressed with her use of language, which clearly shows that she did not write for a specific audience, but for everyday people. Also, her topic doesn't relate to a specific class of people, but all classes of people, myself included. Academically, her novel fits into several catagories that can be used in the college or high school classrooms such as; humanities, Sociology and English. I, myself will be using her novel in my upcoming English class at our local college. Futhermore, I encourage my colleagues to do the same. The novel is all so inspiring and guaranteed to captivate and hold the attention of any student. I can't sing enough praises for this awe inspiring novel. I am looking forward to reading more from this new and upcoming writer.

Sincerely, Dr. Glenn Willis

         Workbook -

Used along with "After the Bungy Jump", the  workbook includes twelve parenting/family/relationship lessons designed to be used as training for families affected by separation from one of its members, (i.e., military, incarceration, working out of town for long periods). Designed to be taken together with the returning loved one to ease the challenges brought on by long separation.

     Facilitator Guide -

The guide is designed to be used in conjunction with the workbook as a lesson plan for the twelve subjects. It lays out suggestions and gives options for how each lesson can flow.

Guidebook-

" A Guide for Families Dealing with Separation from a Loved One"  designed to help families who are transitioning through a long separation from their loved ones.(military deployment, incarceration, study abroad, work out of town, etc.) Help with preparation, adjustment, communication during and return home.

Note: Can be used separately - or  to support the Saidiana separation training -

RADIO

LET'S SAIDIANA - Doris hosts and produces a weekly talk show covering relevant topics of interest for the community. Airing on KDYA - 1190 AM "The Light" at 9:45AM - Saturday mornings. New - fall 2009.

PIVOTAL PARENTING POINT WITH DORIS MANGRUM

Pivotal Parenting Point with DorisMangrum was Doris' first radio production. It is an inspirational moment that shares a short but powerful message for busy parents. The segment aired on on KDYA - Gospel1190 AM The Light from 2008 - 2009.

The segment offerings include various topics from discipline to development, manners to fears, truth and so much more.  To hear samples, please visit www.dorissaid.com

DOCUMENTARY

"STAINS, Changing Lives after Incarceration", is a feature length documentary of Saidiana Production dealing with the challenges of the formerly incarcerated and their families.  It will also look at programs throughout the nation that support easing the transition from incarceration to society and helping families deal with the challenges of separation .The production of this film has taken the crew over ten states during the summer of 2009. This film will serve to jumpstart a national movement calling upon America to roll up its sleeves and help people move on with their lives. STAINS will premiere on April 19, 2011 at Tribeca Cinemas in New York..

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