Royal Ramey's Journey and Impact

Royal Ramey shares his journey from incarceration to becoming a cofounder of the Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program. The program aims to change narratives by training formerly incarcerated individuals to become firefighters, offering them a chance to regain control and contribute to society. Ramey discusses the historical use of incarcerated people in firefighting, his personal transformation, and the challenges faced in pursuing a firefighting career post-incarceration. The program has trained over 200 people and impacted thousands, emphasizing the power of opportunity and choice.

What is one of the main goals of Royal Ramey and his cofounder?

• To build more prisons

• To change the narrative about incarcerated individuals' capabilities

• To increase prison sentences

• To reduce the number of firefighters

What opportunity did Royal Ramey find while in prison?

• Becoming a chef

• Joining a fire camp

• Studying law

• Learning carpentry

What is the main focus of the Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program?

• Building new fire stations

• Developing new firefighting equipment

• Training people to become chefs

• Training formerly incarcerated individuals to be firefighters

What did Royal Ramey feel when he saw signs saying 'Thank you, firefighters'?

• Confusion

• Sadness

• Indifference

• Pride

What challenge did Royal Ramey face after being released from prison?

• Finding a place to live

• Becoming a wildland firefighter

• Starting a new business

• Learning a new language

What was one of the main barriers for formerly incarcerated individuals in becoming firefighters?

• Stigma associated with their past

• Physical fitness tests

• High educational requirements

• Lack of interest

What was Royal Ramey's life mission after establishing the program?

• To become a politician

• To help incarcerated individuals succeed

• To travel the world

• To write a book

How many people has the Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program helped train and place in the fire service?

• Over 1000

• Over 100

• Over 200

• Over 500

What does Royal Ramey compare his journey to?

• A mountain climb

• A phoenix rising from the ashes

• A marathon

• A river flowing

What is a key element that Royal Ramey believes people need to be successful?

• Luck

• Fame

• Opportunity

• Wealth