Lily's Story

For some of our engagees, us being around for many years means we might first meet them as teenagers, then a few years later see them becoming parents and starting a family. This is the path that Lily’s* journey has taken, here is part of her story of being supported over many years by ID Essence, and moving forward positively away from prison. Read her story here….

Prison Work, Lived ExperienceImago Dei Prison MinistryApril 2, 2025Mum, Lifeafterprison, communitywork, youngadults

An Imago Dei Volunteer

Its 28 years ago since I left prison a free woman, it would have been impossible for me to comprehend any possibility of ever returning by choice to prison back then.

Prison Work, Lived ExperienceImago Dei Prison MinistryJanuary 20, 2025prison, women, volunteer, charity, lived experience