"Thank you for believing in us" — these are words a detainee shared with me.

I believe in them, in their potential, and in their often exemplary humanity.

It's about witnessing their journey and their commitment to society.

It's about listening to and hearing what's truly in their hearts, and receiving their confidences without judgment.

It's about learning from their honest and profound insights.

These are just a few reasons why I love meeting with detainees, whether they're in institutions, on parole, or fully released.