Joan Treppa

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Joan Treppa is a wife, mother, and social justice advocate for those who’ve been victimized by the criminal justice system i.e., prosecuted for crimes they did not commit. With no formal legal training, her bold stance on behalf of six Green Bay, WI men she believes were wrongfully convicted of murder in 1995 (a high profile case cited as one of the greatest travesties of injustice in WI history), created a groundswell of support and renewed hope when the case was reopened by a sizable MN law firm in 2013. Joan has lectured to community groups and students alike, sharing her knowledge about this case, and about the prevalence of wrongful convictions in the U.S. Joan's book has since won three book awards for independent authors in the true ...more

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Joan Treppa Writing allows me the ability to really think about and adequately formulate the message I want to convey. I also love connecting with potential reade…moreWriting allows me the ability to really think about and adequately formulate the message I want to convey. I also love connecting with potential readers and witnessing an amplified interest in this important topic after a lengthy discussion. (less)
Joan Treppa Aside from writing about something you are knowledgeable about, pick a worthwhile topic that interests you greatly. Because there will be times when y…moreAside from writing about something you are knowledgeable about, pick a worthwhile topic that interests you greatly. Because there will be times when you become frustrated enough to want to quit. Don't give up. Keep writing. You'll be glad you did. Don't worry about the quality of your first draft. There will be time for improvements and edits later. Lastly, remember, even the best writers have editors. (less)
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Joan Treppa at her first book signing in 2017

As I walked past a grocery store a woman came out carrying an impossible load of groceries. At her finger tips she straddled a six pack of beverages. It was obvious that she was struggling. But I kept on walking. The sound of glass crashing to the cement still did not compel me to turn around and lend a hand. Instead I chose to feel ashamed and emba

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“Nothing about me truly matters unless I matter to others. –Joan Treppa, social justice advocate”
Joan Treppa, Reclaiming Lives: Pursuing Justice For Six Innocent Men

“Nothing about me truly matters unless I matter to others. –Joan Treppa, social justice advocate”
Joan Treppa, Reclaiming Lives: Pursuing Justice For Six Innocent Men

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