Quakerism Class Learns About Prison Reform

The class learned about the legacy of Elizabeth Fry, a Quaker whose efforts in the 1800s laid the foundation for the first prison reforms. Since then, Quakers have been instrumental in bringing the Alternatives to Violence Program (AVP) to correctional facilities across the country. Tim Terranova, a parent of two WFS alumnae, shared insights from his work with AVP in Wilmington, providing a personal perspective on the program's impact. The session concluded with a discussion led by Lieutenant Wells and Staff Lieutenant Gibson from the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution, who emphasized that the role of a correctional officer centers on helping those who need it most.