Dominic J. Dupont is a Native New Yorker born and raised in the neighborhood of Flatbush, Brooklyn. At the young age of nineteen Dupont was arrested, charged and ultimately convicted of murder. He was subsequently sentenced to a prison term of 25 years to life. In prison Dupont Learned the value of good programming and saw the benefits others were reaping from it. With this understanding and a goal of changing his perception and behavior Dupont immersed himself in a myriad of programs that helped him embrace the values of leadership, mentorship, empathy, compassion, and integrity. During his incarceration Dupont has held the titles of director, coordinator, facilitator, educator, and mentor.

After serving 20 years, 7 months, and 18 days in the New York State Prison system, Dupont was granted an executive clemency in December 2017, by NYS Governor Andrew Cuomo based on Dupont’s leadership and positive impact with the prison system. Dupont was released on January 22, 2018, and immediately began implementing what he had learned during his incarceration to make himself an asset and resource to his community.

Since his release Dupont has shared his story, experiences, and analysis across multiple venues and to a variety of audiences, including Vice and HBO’s documentary titled “Raised in the System”. He continues to live the mantra, “A setback is a setup for a comeback,” and has continued to engage communities across the country to find ways to learn from his story.

In conjunction with his various accomplishments, Dupont also holds an Associates in Psychology from Ashworth College.

Gun Control, Social Activism, Social Justice, Community Improvement, Leadership, Non-Profit & Association, Racism, Youth