Meet Rodney Derrickson
Founder & Lead Consultant | Justice Now Consultings, LLC
Founder & Executive Director | Prisoners Lives' Matter PA Campaign
Certified Peer Support Specialist | Paralegal | Emotional Intelligence Trainer
Rodney Derrickson is a nationally-recognized criminal justice reform advocate, Certified Peer Support Specialist, Paralegal, and Emotional Intelligence Trainer. He is the founder of Justice Now Consultings, LLC and the Prisoners’ Lives Matter Pennsylvania Campaign, where his work focuses on systemic reform, personal advocacy, and community empowerment. Drawing from his own experience with wrongful conviction, Rodney has transformed adversity into purpose, dedicating his life to helping justice-impacted individuals navigate the system and reclaim their futures.
Rodney’s expertise spans appellate law support, parole and commutation assistance, prisoner support advocacy, and strategic consulting for families and organizations advocating for fair outcomes. Beyond criminal justice reform, Rodney is passionate about community justice initiatives, youth intervention initiatives, and employment pathways for justice-impacted individuals. His credentials as a Certified Paralegal, Certified Peer Support Specialist, and Emotional Intelligence Trainer enable him to address both systemic barriers and the human side of change—helping individuals develop resilience, self-awareness, and leadership skills.
Through public speaking, grassroots organizing, and one-on-one mentorship, Rodney continues to drive transformative impact. His story of resilience and relentless pursuit of justice not only inspires but also fuels actionable change, proving that second chances are possible and that true reform begins with compassion and community.
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Prisoners' Lives Matter Pennsylvania Campaign
Prisoners’ Lives Matter Pennsylvania is a grassroots movement founded by Rodney Derrickson to amplify the voices of incarcerated individuals and fight for systemic change. Inspired by personal experience and a profound sense of justice, Rodney leads initiatives that push for legislative reform, organizes community events, and provides resources for justice-impacted families. Beyond prison reform, we focus on community justice and youth employment programs, working to reduce recidivism and create real opportunities for at-risk youth. Every effort is fueled by compassion, resilience, and the belief that every life matters—even behind bars.