Elmo Golden

Elmo Golden served at the South Bay (Florida) Correctional Facility for 17 years. He wanted to make a change and participated in programs to achieve his goal. Elmo completed college courses and worked with case managers on his reentry. It helped. In Inside Sources, he wrote, “After 17 years in prison, I would not be where I am today without the help I got, both inside and outside, from the people at the facility. They had a culture of family that eventually helped me find a family of my own.”

That experience continues to influence Elmo. He is a living testimony and model for change. He continues to inspire others through sharing his experience and working with those incarcerated.  He is the founder of Dignity Speak, a practical faith and character based mentoring program that allows participants to understand the power of good communication and leadership skills. He currently serves as a Program Director with the Jack Brewer Foundation and works to implement the Hero’s Fatherhood Initiative inside facilities throughout the state. The goal: to help returning citizens.