Rehumanization: Correctional Officer Stories

Below are testimonials of many experienced Correctional Officers. They share about what it’s like on duty and how their lives have been impacted by the profession.

Feeding the Hydra from the Inside: Attending the 2024 American Correctional Association Conference

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Guards to Guardians Program Video

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Building a Bridge of Trust

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More than a Guard

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A Correctional Officer’s Journey Inwards

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Keith Hellwig

A Deeper Look: Through the Eyes of an Officer

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Gary York

From Guard to Guardians

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Hesham Hauter

Rehumanization: Correctional Officer Story by Lynn Slay

There was a moment where my husband said, “This just isn't working. You're just not here. You're not present, not happy.” It was an eye-opener for me”, so that’s when I tried some different things.

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Lynn Slay

Rehumanization: Correctional Officer Story by Greg Piper

It impacted my home life as well. My wife has reminded me many times that my kids are not inmates. She’ll say I don't need to order them around, you don’t have to shake down their room. There's definitely a disconnect with your family because you don't trust people anymore.

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Greg Piper

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