Jerad Nylin is a Community Support Advocate for mental health services, people with disabilities and criminal justice reentry.

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I am a dedicated advocate for mental health, criminal justice reform and reentry, and support for people with disabilities. I graduated with my degree in Criminology, Law and Justice at the University of Iowa in 2024.

To learn more about my mission, or if you would like to connect about any of these topics or have questions for me, please reach out!

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October 28, 2025

If the federal government doesn’t open back up by November 1, SNAP recipients won’t receive next month’s benefits. “It worries me that people are going to forego food or healthy food because they don’t know how to get it,” I told KCRG’s Rebekah Vaughan during an interview on Tuesday, October 28, 2025

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Are you passionate about disability advocacy, criminal justice reform and re-entry support, or mental health/suicide prevention initiatives?

I'm looking for volunteers to help expand the reach of my website and social media presence. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who want to contribute to meaningful causes and gain experience.

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