'The back stories of many people in prison are peppered with trauma, often unresolved.' Photo: Close-up of image of conference materials courtesy of the author
Support network: Peter Fishpool attends the Quaker prison chaplains conference at Woodbrooke
‘Exchanging experiences brought new perspectives and reassurance.’
Geoff, a former prisoner, described his ‘epiphany’. He felt like he had
just hatched out of a shell. His vulnerability meant he then shielded
himself, carefully calculating steps forward. He welcomed the prison chaplain being there for him.