Hello! My name is Theron. I have been incarcerated for nearly 22 years. I shot and killed someone at age 18…
For years, I have lived in a prison of shame, guilt, and hopelessness. I walked into prison young, angry, and hurting. Thinking I would die in prison, I gave up hope.
In 2014, I began the vulnerable journey to transform my life from a gang member and criminal to a man of education, healing, and leadership. I decided to face my biggest hater/critic: myself. I figured if I learned to love and value myself, I could value and love others and build strong and healthy relationships.
I began with restorative justice. I wanted to heal from violence I experienced and work to amend harms I caused had caused by inflicting violence on others. Restorative justice taught me to understand, live in service, and be compassionate to others. Currently, I work with individuals who struggle with mental health and addiction issues. I am a certified Recovery Mentor, Peer Wellness Specialist, and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor I. I’m also majoring in Black Studies at Portland State University. Additionally, I’m the president of Capital Toastmasters, a leadership and communication club.
In 2023, the Governor of Oregon commuted my sentence from life without parole to life with the possibility of parole for my extraordinary transformation. I went from dying in prison to preparing a parole plan full of optimism!
I hope my profile encourages you to want to learn more about me. I am interested in learning more about you!
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