Phase I, InnerChange at the Carol Vance Unit, Richmond, TX

     In January 2006, Lucy Smith conducted a literacy training for peer educators at the faith-based InnerChange at the Carol Vance Unit, Richmond, Texas. Participating in the training were volunteer Judy Indermuehle and selected inmates for the HOPE program.  Among these inmates was Justin Prestwood, former HOPE peer educator at the Hutchins State Jail in Dallas, Texas.  Justin served as a HOPE literacy peer educator, trainer, tester, and program expeditor for approximately two years at Hutchins.  He fulfilled his duties and obligations extremely well, and we at HOPE are proud of his accomplishments.  During this time, he matured spiritually, making a firm commitment to live a changed life through personal faith in Jesus Christ.  Before his two years was up at Hutchins, Justin applied to and was accepted into the InnerChange program.  He is assisting Judy Indermuehle with program setup and training.

Letter from Justin Prestwood, HOPE Trainer