"I can unequivocally say that I believe Jarvis to be totally innocent of all connection in the slaying of Sgt. Burchfield." In Sonoma Valley Sun's latest column, a longtime friend of Jarvis, Will Shonbrun, shares a powerful perspective on Jarvis' story, grounded in decades of knowing him.

Jarvis Masters is featured in Return to Our Senses, the book by his longtime friend, Lee Klinger Lesser. Having read the book in full, Jarvis encourages others to tune in for the official launch on April 4, 2026, at 11 AM PST via Zoom.

In 1990, Jarvis was wrongfully convicted of manufacturing the weapon used in the 1985 murder of San Quentin guard Sergeant Howell Burchfield. His appeal awaits action from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

The Death Penalty Information Center’s 2025 report reveals starkly contradictory trends in the use of the death penalty, highlighting a system still plagued by error and injustice.

Jarvis Masters continues to seek justice #FreeJarvis sacobserver.com/2026/02/jarv...

For more than three decades, Jarvis has built connections in a place designed for isolation. He continues to touch lives across all ages and backgrounds. While his appeal is pending at the U.S Ninth Circuit, we’re hopeful the legal process will recognize that his freedom matters.

Last year, Jarvis was featured in a feature story in The Justice Edition of Aware Now Media‘s Magazine by Dr. Todd Brown. The story highlights factors that resulted in Jarvis' wrongful conviction for fashioning the weapon used in the 1985 murder of San Quentin guard Sergeant Howell Burchfield.

Jarvis’ work continues to shape conversations beyond his circumstances Highlights of his work: Serving on the Spiritual Advisory Council of the Human Kindness Foundation Presenting at the Black and Buddhist Summit Consulting with the Compassion Prison Project Learn more: tinyurl.com/26fd7cwh

Thank you to every supporter who continues to stand with Jarvis as his appeal is pending at the U.S Ninth Circuit. This community is proof that justice is not pursued alone.

Jarvis deserves a fair trial and his latest filing could secure him one. ​ His latest filing aims to prove violations of his Constitutional rights led to wrongful death penalty conviction in California.​ It is time for this decades long injustice to be made right.

Jarvis’ appeal with the United States Ninth Circuit Court could start the path toward his freedom. His trial is plagued with prosecutorial misconduct, shaky evidence, and false testimony. Read more about his latest appeal: www.freejarvis.org/updates-1/ja...

These words continue to resonate because the system continues to demand accountability. Justice is not abstract; it affects real life, like Jarvis'. Read more about his latest appeal: www.freejarvis.org/updates-1/ja...

After the denial of his habeas corpus petition on September 3, 2024, Jarvis is taking his appeal before the U.S Ninth Circuit. Read more about his latest appeal: tinyurl.com/49k5y7d4

Jarvis supports efforts to abolish capital punishment, emphasizing his own wrongful conviction. Lush Cosmetics and @uscedp.bsky.social, launched a California-wide campaign urging Governor Newsom to turn his opposition to capital punishment into permanent action by commuting all death sentences.

Ringing in 2026 with peace and solidarity!

Jarvis collaborated with the Creative Alliance Project on Got My Wings, a dance performance inspired by his writings and focused on prison reform, freedom, and the power of creative transformation. Learn More: www.freejarvis.org/jarvis-impact

FL carried out the most executions of any state this year, but still has a higher homicide rate than CA, which hasn’t executed anyone in 20 yrs. Ending the death penalty is the morally right, safe thing to do. @cagovernornewsom, #CommuteTheRow! Read DPIC’s report: tinyurl.com/2f4wb8kx

Today on Universal Human Rights Day: Justice for Jarvis (pictured: Alice Walker & Friends)

ICYMI: Check out the archived "REWRITING JUSTICE" conversation between Jarvis and Sir Richard Branson here: youtu.be/E6olLa9zllY

Join us this Friday for a rare and powerful conversation between Jarvis Jay Masters, author of That Bird Has My Wings, and Sir Richard Branson, founder of Virgin Group. 🗓️ Oct 10 | 11AM ET | Virtual 🎁 First 40 registrants get a free That Bird Has My Wings audiobook (via Libro.fm)

"GOT MY WINGS" - a jazz album by Dan Blake inspired by Jarvis' story and benefitting the nonprofit RAPP (Release Aging People From Prison) is OUT NOW on vinyl and digital download here: theaquariansuite.bandcamp.com/album/got-my...

"GOT MY WINGS" - a jazz album by Dan Blake inspired by Jarvis' story and benefitting the nonprofit RAPP (Release Aging People From Prison) is OUT NOW on vinyl and digital download here: theaquariansuite.bandcamp.com/album/got-my...

Tireless advocate for the abolition of the death penalty, @sisterhelen.org in support of Jarvis J Masters. #InnocentOnDeathRow 🙏☮️🕊️ Don’t miss her at 2pm TODAY at the @sfgov.sf.gov City Hall as the @sfopera.bsky.social performs #DeadManWalking. LIVESTREAM: www.instagram.com/ellabakercen...

Justice for Jarvis: Sister Helen Prejean in San Francisco today

California has the largest death row in the U.S. The death penalty has no place in any society that values fairness, justice, and human rights. We call on @gavinnewsom.bsky.social to #CommuteTheRow #UniversalClemencyNow #ConfrontRacism #deathpenalty

Let's come together in solidarity and peace to push for justice and mercy as we urge Gov. Newsom to commute all death sentences in California. 📅 Thursday, June 26, 2025 📍CA State Capitol - West Steps, Sacramento ⏰ 10:00 AM 🅿️ Parking recommended at 10th & L Street

Jarvis has been featured in the Spring 2025 issue of the Human Kindness Foundation's "A Little Good News" newsletter. Read the full interview on "Every Day Love" here: www.humankindness.org/.../2025/04/...

Aware Now Magazine featured Jarvis J. Masters on its cover! Highlighting his powerful journey from being convicted without evidence to transforming his life in prison. Despite the odds, his accomplishments as an advocate and author inspire us all. Read More: tinyurl.com/7atbe9pw

An excerpt of Jarvis’ essay, “The Inmate and the Prison Guard or the Night the Walls Came Down” about the election of President Obama is now featured in a current art exhibit Traveling through Washington D.C. & Baltimore. Learn More: tinyurl.com/2s2y6ft3

A legacy of Black and Latino resilience, Altadena has long been a symbol of hope and community. The wildfires have devastated this community, but together, we can help rebuild. Let’s stand united in love and service. www.nytimes.com/2025/01/14/u...

Arndrea and I send our heartfelt condolences to President Jimmy Carter’s family. He was a trailblazer, a fighter, and a global human rights leader. Rest in peace, President Carter. Your work inspires us to keep building a better world for future generations.

In Memoriam: Alan "Hozan" Senauke ‘47-‘24.🙏 "I love this man & even now I'm keeping 1000, I am ONLY holding space for my brother w/love and gratitude. May we honor him w/an abundance of blessings for all the lessons he brought into our hearts…” 🙌 #JusticeForJarvis #InnocenceMatters #MerryChristmas

In Memoriam: Alan "Hozan" Senauke ‘47-‘24.🙏 "I love this man & even now I'm keeping 1000, I am ONLY holding space for my brother w/love and gratitude. May we honor him w/an abundance of blessings for all the lessons he brought into our hearts…” 🙌 #JusticeForJarvis #InnocenceMatters #MerryChristmas

President Biden commutes sentences of those on federal death row before leaving office. 🙌 www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-roo...