Judy Henderson, Wrongfully Convicted

Judy Henderson is a prominent advocate for criminal justicereform and women’s rights. She was wrongfully convictedof murder in 1983 and spent over thirty years in theMissouri prison system before her release in 2017.While incarcerated, Judy became a dedicated activistand outspoken critic of abuses within the prison system.She led campaigns for legislation to recognize batteredwoman syndrome as a legal defense, and she spearheadedprograms to help mothers in prison maintain connectionswith their children. Her courageous work earned Judybroad respect among policymakers, attorneys, and fellowinmates.Since her release, Judy has continued her justice reformadvocacy beyond prison walls. She frequently speaks onpanels, gives media interviews, and meets with legislatorsto provide insights only possible from her firsthandexperience. Judy also volunteers with groups that supportformer inmates’ successful reentry to society.Her book "When the Light Finds Us: From a Life Sentence to a Life Transformed," can be purchased on Amazon, and Barnes & Noble.