The Exoneree Network

The team was honored to host Representative Brandy Fluker Oakley State Representative 12th Suffolk District and Senator at The Exoneree Network’s Freedom House this week, a five-bedroom home providing independent housing for people returning after long-term incarceration. Members of our wrongfully convicted community shared how Exoneree Network services—including housing, mental health support, and family assistance—have transformed their lives.

We’re grateful to Rep. Fluker Oakley and Senator Collins for their time, support, and advocacy for funding The Exoneree Network in the Massachusetts state budget.

Let's hear it for the Exoneree Network's co-founder and Director, Sean Ellis, who is celebrating 11 years of freedom today!

For more than a decade, Sean has transformed his freedom into a mission of service, advocacy, and hope for others impacted by wrongful convictions. As a co-founder of the Exoneree Network, he has been a tireless voice for justice and a pillar of the community, helping to build support, connection, and opportunity for exonerees across New England.

His resilience, compassion, and dedication continue to inspire countless people. Congratulations, Sean, on this incredible milestone—we celebrate your freedom, your leadership, and the lasting impact you make every day. 🎉💙💜

🎉 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗼𝗺𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 🎉

Many of our members celebrated their freedom anniversaries in April & May. They are:

𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹
• Anselmo Aviles (1997)
• Bryan Frazier (2006)
• Omar Martinez (2019)
• Dennis Maher (2003)
• Elvio Marrero (2024)
• Frances Choy (2020)
• Fred Weichel (2017)
• James Watson (2020)
• Joseph Bennett (2019)
• Marlon Passley (1999)
• Marvin Mitchell (1997)
• Raymond Gaines (2021)

Together they lost 254 years to their wrongful convictions.

𝗠𝗮𝘆
• Angel Echavarria (2015)
• Angel Hernandez (2021)
• Clifton Caldwell (2020)
• Guy Randolph (2008)
• Jose Arce (2023)
• Laurance Adams (2004)
• Natale Cosenza (2016)
• Neil Miller (2000)
• Vincent Ferrara (2005)

Together they lost 138 years to their wrongful convictions.

We wish them all continued happiness & success!